2 detained in Sweden on suspicion of espionage

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  • 03 July, 2026
  • 16:52
2 detained in Sweden on suspicion of espionage

Two citizens of China and Malaysia have been detained in Sweden on suspicion of espionage, Report informs via SVT.

"The suspicions concern serious illegal intelligence activities against Sweden," said Gabriel Wernstedt, a spokesman for the Swedish Security Service (SÄPO).

It is noted that they committed illegal activities between June 26 and July 1, but the specific activities of the detainees are not specified.