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Air Force Officer Accused of Spying for China to Appear in Court

Published February 10, 2026, 09:14
Air Force Officer Accused of Spying for China to Appear in Court

The Air Force officer arrested on charges of spying for China will appear in court in Athens today. He is expected to attempt to downplay the indictment, linking his actions to searching for employment after retirement. However, investigations are also extending to retired Air Force officers, as well as to his colleagues on active duty, with whom he maintained contact. Authorities are examining how the use of dual mobile phones and his articles on China went unnoticed. The officer faces serious penalties, including up to 20 years in prison and loss of citizenship. Many believe that his extradition to a third country is not ruled out, potentially if he is deprived of his citizenship.