Chinese National Detained at Kiel Naval Base on Suspicion of Espionage

Authorities are investigating whether the man, who was caught taking photos, was acting on behalf of a foreign intelligence agency.

A Chinese citizen was detained by security personnel at the Kiel naval base on December 9 after allegedly taking unauthorized photos of military facilities.
The individual is currently in custody under suspicion of violating German laws against photographing sensitive military sites.
German authorities, including the State Criminal Police Office of Schleswig-Holstein and the Military Counterintelligence Service, are leading the investigation.
The suspect's mobile phone and other confiscated items are being analyzed for evidence of espionage activities.
Investigators are examining whether the man was working for a foreign intelligence agency, with broader concerns about China's interest in German military operations.