A Canadian national of Chinese origin working as an intern at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Mons, Belgium, was arrested on suspicion of espionage on behalf of an unnamed third country and belonging to a criminal organisation. Her home and workplace were searched. NATO stated that operational readiness, command-and-control arrangements, and ongoing tasks were not affected. The case highlights that NATO remains a major intelligence target not only through cyberattacks and satellite reconnaissance but also via individuals with legitimate access. Similar cases of espionage targeting NATO have occurred in Poland, Germany, the UK, and the United States involving Russian and Chinese intelligence efforts. The incident underscores the need for thorough screening and supervision of all personnel within NATO.

A Canadian national of Chinese origin working as an intern at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Mons, Belgium, was arrested on suspicion of espionage on behalf of an unnamed third country and belonging to a criminal organisation. Her home and workplace were searched. NATO stated that operational readiness, command-and-control arrangements, and ongoing tasks were not affected. The case highlights that NATO remains a major intelligence target not only through cyberattacks and satellite reconnaissance but also via individuals with legitimate access. Similar cases of espionage targeting NATO have occurred in Poland, Germany, the UK, and the United States involving Russian and Chinese intelligence efforts. The incident underscores the need for thorough screening and supervision of all personnel within NATO.