Germany's ex-spy chief arrested for espionage, disclosing state secrets and attempted treason - DW.com

Natalie Muller

Oct 6, 2026

Germany's ex-spy chief arrested for espionage, disclosing state secrets and attempted treason - DW.com

August Hanning, the man who once led Germany's spy service, is now under investigation for passing on state secrets.

Police have arrested the former head of Germany's BND foreign intelligence agency, August Hanning, on suspicion of espionage, the federal prosecutor's office announced Tuesday. Hanning served as the… [+4082 chars]

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