×
GreekEnglish

×
  • Politics
  • Diaspora
  • World
  • Lifestyle
  • Travel
  • Culture
  • Sports
  • Cooking
Thursday
12
Feb 2026
weather symbol
Athens 14°C
  • Home
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • World
  • Diaspora
  • Lifestyle
  • Travel
  • Culture
  • Sports
  • Mediterranean Cooking
  • Weather
Contact follow Protothema:
Powered by Cloudevo
> Greece

Hellenic Air Force squadron leader remanded in custody on espionage charges for China

A Greek Air Force squadron leader, accused of spying for China, has been remanded in custody following a lengthy testimony at the Athens Air Force Court

Newsroom February 10 07:10

The accused testified for more than eight hours, with the proceedings beginning early this morning (February 10). Authorities focused on the contacts he allegedly maintained, as well as his handling of sensitive military information.

The squadron leader claimed that the initial approach was made via LinkedIn, when—according to his account—unknown individuals located his profile and contacted him. He alleged that the contact was not made directly by China, but by a company based in Malaysia, which presented itself as a private provider of consulting services to Asian countries, including China.

He reportedly claimed to have been deceived and spoke of unbearable pressure he faced, especially after a trip to China, to provide documents and information. According to the same sources, he admitted his responsibility and requested conviction, appearing visibly relieved.

>Related articles

Greece deports activist of Pontic Greek descent Yiannis-Vasilis Yailali for the second time

Accessibility problems for people with disabilities at banks and ATMs — Letter to the Hellenic Bankers Association

Weather Bulletin from the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS) for a 48-hour double storm starting tonight – The 11 regions that will be hit

The investigation by authorities continues to determine the extent of the information that may have been transmitted and the exact circumstances of the case.

Ask me anything

Explore related questions

#Athens Air Force Court
> More Greece

Follow en.protothema.gr on Google News and be the first to know all the news

See all the latest News from Greece and the World, the moment they happen, at en.protothema.gr

> Latest Stories

Astronomical “parade” in February with six planets appearing: How and when the rare phenomenon will be visible

February 12, 2026

Orban: Ukraine’s EU membership plan is a declaration of war against Hungary

February 11, 2026

“The country grieves with you”, Canadian Prime Minister emotionally told the families of the victims of the school massacre

February 11, 2026

Emma Stone in a little black dress from Julie de Libran’s runway — and Aquazzura sandals

February 11, 2026

Greece deports activist of Pontic Greek descent Yiannis-Vasilis Yailali for the second time

February 11, 2026

Seven agreements signed at the 6th Greece-Turkey high-level Cooperation Council

February 11, 2026

European Parliament adopts sweeping proposals to address housing crisis

February 11, 2026

Instagram chief to testify in court over youth social media addiction

February 11, 2026
All News

> Politics

Seven agreements signed at the 6th Greece-Turkey high-level Cooperation Council

Greece and Turkey reinforce bilateral ties with agreements on culture, trade, technology, and disaster preparedness at 6th High-Level Cooperation Council

February 11, 2026

Mitsotakis–Erdoğan statements: “Time to remove every threat coming from the past,” said the Prime Minister regarding the casus belli (updated)

February 11, 2026

“Spartans”: Unanimously acquitted at the Court of Appeal for “voter fraud”

February 11, 2026

Internal crisis in PASOK over Panagopoulos: Dual ballots in PASKE, crucial meeting today on the party congress

February 11, 2026

“We want peace and security for ourselves and our neighbors,” says Erdogan shortly before the meeting with Mitsotakis (Update)

February 11, 2026
Homepage
PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY COOKIES POLICY TERM OF USE
Powered by Cloudevo
Copyright © 2026 Πρώτο Θέμα