August Hanning, a former German spy chief, has been arrested on allegations of espionage and treason, according to the information available.
Hanning is accused of obtaining classified information for a foreign power. The supplied material does not identify the country allegedly involved, specify what information was obtained or explain when and where the alleged activity took place.
No further details have been provided about the investigation, the evidence against Hanning or any response from him or his representatives. The latest known position is that he has been arrested and faces allegations connected with espionage and treason.
