espionage activities

US intelligence agencies are reportedly concerned about Israeli espionage targeting American negotiators involved in Iran peace talks. Recent assessments suggest intensified Israeli surveillance on senior US officials, raising counterintelligence threats to a critical level. This comes amid diverging US-Israeli objectives regarding Iran, potentially impacting future military cooperation.

Chinese intelligence operatives are reportedly using fake job offers on professional platforms to ensnare government and military personnel. The Five Eyes alliance warns these tactics aim to extract sensitive information, with targets pressured to provide confidential details for financial rewards. Western nations urge vigilance against these sophisticated espionage efforts.

Chinese hackers are identified as the primary espionage threat to global tech firms, particularly targeting the booming AI sector for intellectual property and economic secrets. A new report highlights an "AI arms race" with China aiming for global dominance by 2030. Beijing vehemently denies these accusations, calling them political slander while acknowledging ongoing US-China tech discussions.

Western intelligence agencies warn that officials with security clearance, as well as military personnel, journalists, and think tank employees, may be targeted through professional networking platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Upwork

Five Eyes nations warn of aggressive Chinese spy recruitment via online job platforms like LinkedIn. Intelligence officers pose as recruiters, targeting individuals with access to sensitive government and military information. Successful candidates are pressured to provide data, risking national security and personal privacy. China denies the allegations.

A Greek national, Ioannis Aidinidis, has been charged in London under UK national security legislation for allegedly gathering information on an Iranian journalist. Prosecutors believe his activities between 2024 and 2025 were linked to assisting a foreign intelligence service, raising fresh concerns about foreign-linked surveillance in Britain.

Authorities from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) have arrested a man in Kolkata, believed to be involved in a dangerous espionage ring targeting India. Reports suggest that he transmitted sensitive security information to Pakistani Intelligence operatives in return for monetary compensation and the allure of citizenship in Pakistan.

Amidst Operation Epic Fury, a clandestine "shadow fleet" of aging tankers is enabling Iran and Russia to bypass sanctions and keep oil flowing. This hidden maritime network, utilizing deceptive tactics like disabled trackers and ship-to-ship transfers, allows sanctioned economies to earn billions, posing a significant challenge to global enforcement efforts and creating environmental risks.

In a significant security operation, the Bihar Anti-Terrorism Squad has detained Mohammad Mustafa in Muzaffarpur for allegedly facilitating activities linked to anti-India organizations. Preliminary investigations expose a troubling connection with Shahzad Bhatti, an arms trafficker operating out of Pakistan.

The Iranian government has carried out the execution of Abdoljalil Shahbakhsh, linked to the Ansar al-Furqan militant group, as a response to his participation in violent clashes with law enforcement during the protests of 2022-2023.

During President Trump's visit to China, American officials and CEOs implemented a 'digital lockdown,' using 'clean' devices and leaving personal electronics behind. This precaution stems from a long-standing US government assumption that all devices and networks in China are potentially compromised and subject to surveillance.

Britain summoned China's ambassador after two men were convicted of spying for Beijing. The former immigration officer and another individual were found guilty of assisting a foreign intelligence agency and targeting pro-democracy activists. The UK government stated it would not tolerate foreign interference and would use all tools to protect national security.

A Border Force officer has been convicted in London for aiding Chinese intelligence in spying on Hong Kong dissidents in the UK. Chi Leung “Peter” Wai used confidential immigration data to identify and monitor activists, operating as part of a "shadow policing" network. He was found guilty under the National Security Act, alongside a former Hong Kong police officer.

A Russian cargo ship, the Ursa Major, sank off Spain after explosions on December 23, 2024, carrying suspected nuclear reactor components possibly for North Korea. The vessel, previously used in Syria, experienced multiple blasts, leading to its sinking and the death of two crew members. A Russian military ship later fired flares over the area, followed by more explosions.

For India, however, the core issue remains action rather than acknowledgment, with MEA reiterating New Delhi’s repeated appeals to Ottawa to take effective action against anti-India extremist elements operating from its soil

India has rejected Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) allegations of foreign interference, calling them "baseless imputations" and reiterating its policy of not interfering in other nations' internal affairs. New Delhi also raised concerns about extremist and separatist elements operating from Canadian soil, while the CSIS report noted a more restrained tone on India compared to previous assessments.

Canada's intelligence agency has listed India and China among nations involved in foreign interference. While acknowledging historical covert actions by India, the report highlights Khalistan extremism as a significant national security threat to Canada. This comes amid efforts to mend ties between Ottawa and New Delhi, with the latest report notably downplaying previous accusations against India.