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Espionage Case: Air Force Officer Names Three Individuals – What 'Steven' Demanded

Published February 11, 2026, 09:20
Espionage Case: Air Force Officer Names Three Individuals – What 'Steven' Demanded

An air force squadron leader, accused of espionage for China, is in Corinth prison. According to his testimony, he was recruited by a man codenamed "Steven," who approached him as an executive of a consulting firm from Malaysia. The squadron leader claims he was pressured and intimidated to provide confidential information, while maintaining that he did not know he was leaking information to the Chinese government, believing he was working with private companies. He requested his own detention, admitting his actions. During his eight-hour testimony, the squadron leader gave three names of Chinese nationals and assured that no other members of the Armed Forces were involved in the espionage case. He stated that "Steven" approached him under the pretext of finding investment opportunities for European and NATO countries. The squadron leader expressed his regret for his actions and apologized to the homeland, the armed forces, his colleagues, and his family. The case is under investigation and further developments are expected.