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Australian Soldier and Husband Charged with Espionage for Russia

The couple, Russian-born Australian citizens, allegedly accessed and attempted to share classified military information.

  • The arrests mark the first charges under Australia's 2018 espionage laws.
  • No significant compromise of Australian secrets has been identified so far.
  • The couple allegedly collaborated to access and transfer sensitive defense data.
  • Prime Minister Albanese condemned Russia's response, urging Moscow to stop its interference.
  • The suspects were denied bail and are scheduled for their next court appearance on September 20.
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