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China to Counter Espionage Attempts After CIA Recruitment Video

Published February 13, 2026, 09:14
China to Counter Espionage Attempts After CIA Recruitment Video

China announced it will take all necessary measures to counter potential espionage attempts after the CIA released a video targeting Chinese military officers with the aim of recruiting them. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian stated that China will defend its sovereignty, security, and interests. The video features an officer deciding to cooperate with the CIA, claiming that Chinese leaders are only interested in their personal interests. China condemned the video as political provocation, while the CIA has published similar videos in the past, aiming to recruit Chinese officials.