France Arrests Chinese Nationals for Espionage Targeting Satellite Data

France Arrests Chinese Nationals for Espionage Targeting Satellite Data

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French authorities have arrested four individuals, including two Chinese nationals, on espionage charges. The suspects are accused of attempting to capture and transmit sensitive satellite data from the Starlink network, which is crucial for national security and military operations. A judicial investigation was initiated on February 4, 2026, following these allegations.

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