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India Disrupts Major Pakistani Espionage Network Targeting Naval Intelligence

India Disrupts Major Pakistani Espionage Network Targeting Naval Intelligence

First seen 26 Oct 2026, 06:11 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 26, 2026 at 07:11 UTC
  • •Indian authorities arrested 18 suspects linked to a Pakistani espionage network.
  • •The operation was named 'Operation Firewall 2026' and involved months of surveillance.
  • •The arrests included 13 naval personnel suspected of leaking sensitive information.

Indian authorities have uncovered a significant espionage operation involving the Indian Navy, attributed to a digital honeytrap scheme orchestrated by Pakistani handlers. The Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence Cell (CIC) identified unusual messaging patterns on social media, leading to the discovery of a network that leaked sensitive naval intelligence. This operation, named 'Operation Firewall 2026', resulted in the arrest of 18 suspects, including 13 naval personnel. The investigation revealed that these individuals were allegedly sharing sensitive information with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The arrests occurred between October 5 and 6, 2026, following months of surveillance. The CIC has registered cases under various legal provisions, including the Official Secrets Act. The situation highlights the ongoing threat of human vulnerabilities in intelligence operations.

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2026-10-01
Operation Firewall 2026 launched
The Andhra Pradesh CIC initiated a coordinated operation to investigate unusual messaging patterns linked to espionage activities.
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2026-10-05
First arrests made
CIC arrested two individuals, including a sailor from the Indian Navy, as part of the ongoing investigation into the espionage network.
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2026-10-06
Additional arrests confirmed
CIC announced further arrests related to the espionage network, totaling 18 suspects involved in leaking naval intelligence.
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Common questions

What was the method of espionage?
The espionage involved a digital honeytrap scheme where Pakistani handlers targeted Indian Navy personnel through social media.
How many individuals were arrested?
A total of 18 suspects were arrested, including 13 personnel from the Indian Navy.
What legal actions were taken?
Cases were registered under the Official Secrets Act and other relevant laws related to criminal conspiracy.