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Two Italians were detained in Rome on suspicion of spying for Russia. In Italy, two individuals accused of espionage for Russia have been arrested.
Consensus
- Two individuals were arrested in Rome.
- The suspects are former employees of Italian intelligence services.
- They are suspected of spying for Russia.
- The investigation involves the transmission of classified information related to national security.
- A search was conducted at their residences, resulting in the seizure of mobile phones, computers, and other electronic devices.
- Five additional people are under investigation for similar charges.
Points of divergence
- The suspects allegedly maintained contact with a Russian embassy employee in Rome. — vesti
- One of the suspects, aged 59, communicated with a presumed Russian intelligence officer who had diplomatic immunity in Italy. — kommerzant
- The suspect allegedly provided information through six sources, including four active military personnel in high-confidentiality roles. — kommerzant
- The Italian minister of defense praised the police for conducting a complex and delicate investigation. — kommerzant
- In January 2024, an Italian military officer named Walter Biota was sentenced to 20 years in prison for spying for Russia after being caught in flagrante delicto. — kommerzant
Coverage (2 sources)
- Two Italians Arrested in Rome for Alleged Spy Work on Russia's Behalf — Вести
- Italy arrests two suspects accused of spying for Russia — Коммерсантъ