# Merz warns Russian spying remains high after Ukrainian suspect’s arrest

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/germany-target-of-intensive-espionage-merz-says-after-suspected-russian-spy-arrest/
- Published: 2026-10-22T17:07:03+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-22T17:22:47+00:00
- Original publisher: BBC World (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmx28y5e04ggo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Europe, World

## Key points

- A Ukrainian man was arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia.
- Prosecutors say he collected information on military production.
- Merz warned that more espionage cases are likely.

## Summary

Germany is facing what Chancellor Friedrich Merz described as “intensive” espionage, after a Ukrainian national was arrested on suspicion of collecting military-related information for Russia. Merz called the case’s discovery a success but said Russian intelligence activity in Germany remains consistently high, warning that further cases are likely.

Prosecutors say Vadym Y. had been in contact with a Russian intelligence service through an intermediary since at least July 2025. They allege he gathered information about the production of armoured vehicles, ammunition and explosives; he was due to appear before an investigating judge on Friday. The arrest comes amid several other espionage investigations in Germany this year, as the country remains a major European supplier of weapons to Ukraine.

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