A Canadian national of Chinese origin serving as an intern at NATO’s headquarters in Brussels was arrested on suspicion of espionage, according to the International homepage. Belgian officials have confirmed that the intern’s detention has not compromised NATO operations.
The intern was removed from the premises and placed under investigation by Belgian authorities. In a statement, Belgian officials emphasized that sensitive information was not accessed, suggesting measures taken by NATO and Belgian security remained intact. The detention was announced the same day by the International homepage, the only source providing details of the case so far.
NATO headquarters in Brussels is a focal point for European military coordination, making any suspected intelligence breach a serious concern for alliance partners. The arrest underscores ongoing vigilance against foreign espionage, especially amid heightened geopolitical tensions.