
The former head of the German Federal Intelligence Service (BND), August Hanning, was arrested on suspicion of espionage, disclosure of state secrets and attempted high treason.
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August Hanning led the BND in the past. He is currently suspected of committing serious crimes against state security.
BERLIN, Oct 7 - RIA Novosti. The former head of the German Federal Intelligence Service (BND), August Hanning, suspected of espionage, was taken into custody, the Focus portal reported, citing the German federal prosecutor's office.
“The former head of the BND, August Hanning, was taken into custody, including on suspicion of espionage,” the publication says.
It is clarified that the arrest warrant was executed by the investigating judge of the Federal Supreme Court of Germany.

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