Germany's government has proposed a sweeping overhaul of its intelligence services, sparking warnings from opposition politicians that the expansion of agency powers could violate constitutional safeguards.
Germany's cabinet adopted a historic intelligence reform on Wednesday to grant the BND powers for sabotage and offensive cyber operations amid rising Russian threats and US alliance concerns.
MI6 tops a peer review of European foreign intelligence services, praised for its expertise in recruiting high-level informants in Russia, China, Iran, and Turkey, scoring 251 points ahead of France's DGSE with 169 points.
French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann claimed a Russian intelligence-affiliated group launched a disinformation campaign against him ahead of the 2027 presidential election, utilizing a fake news site and social media clips.
Russia's SVR claims German research centers and defense contractors are pursuing nuclear projects with covert atomic weapons potential, alarming some NATO allies. This comes as Chancellor Merz plans German participation in French nuclear exercises, prompting strong warnings from Russian President Putin.
North Korea plans to enhance its nuclear capabilities and intelligence agency. Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un emphasized military strength for peace, while plans include modernizing naval bases and combat systems. This follows a recent border crossing incident.
North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un presided over a meeting suggesting expanded functions for its intelligence agency, the GRIB, to counter 'potential enemies,' seen as a move to bolster intelligence gathering against South Korea, including potential cyber attacks.
North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un presided over a meeting to expand the functions of its intelligence agency, the General Reconnaissance and Intelligence Bureau (GRIB), against 'potential enemies.' The move is seen as strengthening intelligence gathering against South Korea and enhancing military combat readiness and modernization.
Ukrainian national Anastasiia Berezovska, wanted by Monaco for a bombing targeting a business tycoon, was found dead in Ukraine. An intelligence officer confessed to killing her, claiming he acted alone. Interpol had identified Berezovska as the main suspect.
Anastasiia Berezovska, suspected of a bomb attack in Monaco, was found shot dead near Kyiv. Ukrainian prosecutors arrested two men, including a military intelligence officer, in connection with the case, alleging they received crypto payments from Berezovska. The attack injured a Ukraine-born businessman.
Ukraine's military intelligence claims Russian forces are improperly disposing of infected livestock in occupied Kherson, potentially spreading anthrax. Kyiv alleges neglected burial grounds near settlements pose a public health risk and could be used for a Russian "false-flag" operation.
Ukraine's military intelligence claims Russia is improperly disposing of infected livestock in occupied Kherson, potentially spreading anthrax. Kyiv alleges neglected burial grounds near settlements could be used for a "false-flag" operation, accusing Russia of biological terrorism. Claims unverified.
Germany's domestic intelligence service reports a significant rise in right-wing extremists to 58,700, posing the greatest threat to democracy. Extreme left-wing violence is also increasing. The AfD party's growth is cited as a major factor, with concerns of potential violence at upcoming protests.
China's Ministry of State Security claims overseas groups are funding influencers to promote "lying flat" to hinder national development. However, social media users attribute their fatigue to domestic issues, not foreign influence.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy gave Belarus one week to remove Russian military equipment used in attacks on Ukraine, threatening to do so himself. He also highlighted Belarus's role in supplying Russia's oil refining industry and the Russian army. Meanwhile, EU leaders discussed diplomatic channels with Russia, and Poland's president threatened to revoke an honor for Zelenskyy over renaming a military unit.
Germany's Bavarian Administrative Court of Appeal has authorized the domestic intelligence agency to continue surveilling the state chapter of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. The ruling deems AfD's objections "unfounded" and allows for expanded surveillance powers if the party is officially labeled "confirmed right-wing extremist."
Bavaria's highest administrative court ruled that the state's intelligence agency can continue to surveil the AfD party. The court stated that the AfD's objections were addressed in prior rulings and cited federal court decisions on surveillance legality.
The Brandenburg intelligence agency warns of a new disinformation trend using AI-generated avatars and regionalized content to influence local debates, particularly targeting young audiences.
Hessen's domestic intelligence agency (Verfassungsschutz) is not using Palantir's data analysis software, unlike the state police. Interior Minister Roman Poseck (CDU) stated that while the agency monitors the market, specific product mentions would reveal operational methods. He supports strengthening digital capabilities with European solutions but notes no equivalent European software is currently available for the police.
Palantir Technologies has filed a legal protest against the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), alleging the agency is wasting taxpayer money on its internal MARS tech project. Palantir claims the DIA should consider commercial software instead of building its own system from scratch.
Reports indicate Turkey's intelligence agency will submit a report on PKK movements, potentially influencing Abdullah Öcalan's status and allowing his move to a coordination office in İmralı prison. Political sources suggest a new plan to advance the process, pending weapon surrender verification.
Cuba's leader warned of a "bloodbath" if the US attacks, as the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba's intelligence agency and top leaders. This follows reports of Cuba acquiring military drones from Russia and Iran, potentially for strikes on US targets.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pushing through legislation to establish the country’s first centralised intelligence agency since the second world war, driven by concerns that its existing set-up is too fragmented to keep pace with espionage, cyberthreats and “grey zone” operations. The plan, recently endorsed by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation, would transform the Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office (CIRO) into a central hub, drawing in analysts, technologists and...
Canadian intelligence agency CSIS has included India and China in a list of countries allegedly involved in foreign interference and espionage in Canada. The 2025 report identifies Khalistan extremism as a major national security threat, noting that Canada-Based Khalistani Extremists leverage Canadian institutions to promote violent agendas and raise funds. The report names Pakistan, Russia and Iran alongside India and China. Notably, the latest report has tempered down earlier references to India compared to 2024, removing direct mention of the Hardeep Singh Nijjar case.
