European Commission probes alleged Hungarian spy network in Brussels
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According to reports that sparked the probe, the undercover spy ring allegedly operated under the cover of the Hungarian permanent representation, which at that time was led by Olivér Várhelyi, who is now a European Commissioner.
Breakdown
- The European Commission has launched an internal probe into alleged Hungarian intelligence activities targeting EU employees.
- Reports suggest undercover agents posed as diplomats at Hungary's EU mission to access sensitive files between 2012 and 2018. 9s
- The Commission is setting up a group to examine the allegations and improve security for staff and information. 26s
- Oliver Varnelly, now European Commissioner for Health, led the mission during the alleged period, but no allegations existed when he was vetted. 49s
- The European Parliament has not commented but continues to monitor security risks. 1m 3s