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espionage

[es-pee-uh-nahzh, -nij, es-pee-uh-nahzh] / ˈɛs pi əˌnɑʒ, -nɪdʒ, ˌɛs pi əˈnɑʒ /


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And, the former German spy chief August Hanning was arrested on suspicion of espionage, treason and obtaining classified information for a foreign power earlier this month.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026

His recent reporting has focused on Russia’s war in Ukraine, the Kremlin’s clandestine operations in Europe, and the escalating shadow war of espionage and sabotage between Russia and the West.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026

The stakes have made the industry a prime espionage target.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

Those convicted of espionage in Russia can be jailed up to 20 years in prison.

From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026

In 1986, Ronald Pelton was convicted of espionage and sentenced to life in prison.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau


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