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.

























