A Russian-Australian man, 27, has been charged with attempting foreign interference after being arrested in Brisbane—though he resides in Victoria. He’s set to appear in court today facing an intentional foreign interference charge. The AFP plans to release more details later this afternoon in Canberra. This isn’t the first time Russia has been linked to meddling in Australia: last year, a Russian-born couple were arrested for allegedly stealing state secrets, charges later upgraded to espionage conspiracy. ASIO also revealed in 2022 a spy ring targeting Aussies. In June, Russian-linked hackers targeted defense and energy sectors, and as far back as 2018, two Russian diplomats were expelled for suspected intelligence work. This latest arrest underscores persistent concerns over foreign interference and espionage—with global stakes and authorities on high alert.
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