crime that covers some of the more extreme acts against one's sovereign or nation
Mexico charges prosecutor with treason over US involvement in drug raid: The participation of US agents in an April drug operation has raised questions about ...
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Armed police cordoned off the Lusaka High Court grounds on Monday as opposition leaders Brian Mundubile, his running mate, lawyer Makebi Zulu ... Show more
Mexico orders trial for former state attorney general on unusual treason charge: A federal judge in Mexico has ruled that a former state attorney general will ...
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TVP World Oct 12
‘Treason, stupidity, money’: Polish PM slams those seeking to weaken Ukraine: Donald Tusk said supporting Kyiv against Russian aggression was a patriotic duty.
tvpworld.com/95884051/weakening-ukraine-threatens-europes-sovereignty-says-tusk
Ex-Chihuahua attorney general accused of treason for allowing US participation in drug raid
reuters.com/world/americas/ex-chihuahua-attorney-general-accused-treason-allowing-us-participation-drug-2026-10-18/
OpinionBagley Cartoon: Treason Diesel: Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: Treason Diesel
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Key FactsFormer BND chief Hanning arrested on espionage suspicions
Oct 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- In the Block case, Hanning had already been suspected of involvement in a failed abduction attempt; he denied it.
- According to the current investigation, Hanning allegedly sold nearly 2,000 classified BND documents by June 2022.
- Security expert Birgit Jennen says he monetized his security expertise and contacts in the private sector after leaving the BND.
- At least one customer reportedly represented a foreign power; Spiegel reported suspected contact between Hanning and an agent from Azerbaijan.
He used his security expertise and the contacts built during his time at the BND, and then monetized them in the private sector.— Birgit Jennen, security expert, on Hannings post-BND activities (in the context of the book project 'Putin's Puppets')
Trump Tells MAGA Audience Leakers Should “Be Shot”: Trump has a long history of deriding leakers and the press, accusing those who publish leaked stories of ...
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Former German spy chief August Hanning was detained on Tuesday on suspicion of attempted treason, in a case that ranks among Germany's biggest ... Show more
Former German spy chief arrested on suspicion of treason and espionage: August Hanning’s former chief of staff was also arrested on suspicion of ‘aiding and ...
aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/6/former-german-spy-chief-arrested-on-suspicion-of-treason-and-espionage
Former German spy chief charged with treason : August Hanning, who left Germany’s foreign intelligence service in 2005, is its first former chief to face charges ...
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Former BND president Hanning remanded in custody on suspicion of espionage: August Hanning is accused of espionage, treasonous spying, obtaining state secrets ...
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Key FactsAugust Hanning Held in Custody Over Espionage Suspicions
Oct 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Federal prosecutors accuse Hanning of intelligence-agent activity, treasonous espionage, investigating state secrets and attempted treason.
- A Federal Court of Justice investigating judge in Karlsruhe ordered the arrest warrant against the 80-year-old former BND president enforced.
- On October 6, Federal Criminal Police officers arrested both men; Hanning in Steinfurt district, Manfred D. in Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen district.
- According to prosecutors, the two may have agreed around 2010 that D. would obtain BND intelligence for Hanning’s payment.
Dr Hanning referred to the prosecution of Alexander Afanasiev and others.— Judge Andrew Smith, London High Court, in the Deripaska case.
Former German spy chief arrested for espionage and treason: August Hanning is accused of obtaining classified information for a foreign power.
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Former German spy chief arrested for attempted treason, obtaining state secrets: August Hanning is accused of paying for secret documents and using them in an ...
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August Hanning, the former chief of Germany’s intelligence agency, Bundesnachrichtendienst (BND), has been arrested on suspicion of espionage and attempted ... Show more
Espionage scandal surrounding former BND chief: Second arrest: Espionage scandal surrounding former BND chief: Second arrest on suspicion of treason.
de.euronews.com/2026/10/07/spionage-skandal-um-ex-bnd-chef-zweite-festnahme-wegen-verdacht-auf-landesverrat
Mediazona Oct 06
“Hollywood or nightmare”. How a Ukrainian refugee accidentally learned of her estranged father’s treason arrest in Russia while scrolling Instagram
en.zona.media/article/2026/10/06/varyukhin
Former German spy chief arrested over treason and espionage allegations: August Hanning is accused of paying a former aide to pass him classified documents after ...
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Germany arrests ex-spy chief on suspicion of giving secrets to foreign powers: August Hanning, who ran Germany's BND foreign intelligence agency from 1998 ...
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Former German spy chief arrested for ‘treasonous espionage’: August Hanning accused of obtaining state secrets, attempted treason and espionage
timeslive.co.za/news/world/2026-10-06-former-german-spy-chief-arrested-for-treasonous-espionage/
Free to read - Former German spy chief arrested for treason
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Ex-German spy chief arrested for espionage, treason: Germany’s former foreign spy chief was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of espionage, accused of seeking to ...
ctvnews.ca/world/article/ex-german-spy-chief-arrested-for-espionage-treason/
Police arrest former BND chief in Nordwalde. Former head of the Federal Intelligence Service (BND), August Hanning, was arrested in Nordwalde (Steinfurt ... Show more
Former German foreign intelligence chief August Hanning has been detained on suspicion of espionage, treason and obtaining classified information for a foreign ... Show more
Former German spy chief detained on suspicion of espionage and treason: Report: Former German foreign intelligence chief August Hanning has been detained on ...
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Hegseth accuses media of treason in pugnacious annual address: "Our so-called press makes Iranian state media look reasonable," Hegseth said.
axios.com/2026/09/30/pete-hegseth-pentagon-media-treason
Pete Hegseth Calls Critical Reporting On Iran War ‘Treason’: "It’s a national betrayal," Hegseth said of reports that make him look bad. "It’s treason, actually ...
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‘Vote chori’ direct attack on Constitution; BJP, RSS, EC committed act of treason: Rahul Gandhi
thehindu.com/news/national/vote-chori-direct-attack-on-constitution-bjp-rss-ec-committed-act-of-treason-rahul-gandhi/article71498843.ece
The son of detained Zambian opposition politician Bishop Trevor Mwamba has told the
BBC he is concerned for his father’s safety after the former Bishop of ... Show more
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, on September 23, 2026, said that if the Election Commission of India allows any irregularities during elections ... Show more
Yekaterina Schulmann says Russian election expert Alexander Kynev’s leg was broken while he was being pressured to confess to treason
meduza.io/en/news/2026/09/30/yekaterina-schulmann-says-russian-election-expert-alexander-kynev-s-leg-was-broken-while-he-was-being-pressured-to-confess-to-treason
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Wayanad MP, has demanded that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar be “criminally prosecuted for treason” for “intentionally ... Show more
bbcafrica.com Sep 17
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu, imprisoned and facing a possible death sentence, has been nominated for the EU’s top human rights prize ... Show more
UPDATE: Justice Emmanuel Baguma has prematurely adjourned the treason trial of veteran politician Kizza Besigye, Obeid Lutale and Captn Denis Oola ... Show more
Culture Minister Miki Zohar accused filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor of treason on Sunday evening and called for their citizenship to be revoked ... Show more
Culture minister urges revoking citizenship of 'NAZA' film creators for 'treason' | The Times of Israel
Culture minister urges revoking citizenship of 'NAZA' film creators for 'treason' | The Times of Israel
Israel's culture minister pledges to revoke citizenship of Gaza documentary filmmakers
trtworld.com/article/5a3ce2b01da6
Russian-Canadian scientist convicted of "treason": He allegedly spied for the EU and organized liberation movements: Scientist Nikolai Zyuzev is sentenced in ...
n-tv.de/politik/Russisch-kanadischer-Wissenschaftler-wegen-Landesverrat-verurteilt-id31313821.html
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason and remains in police custody alongside his running mate. #DWAfrica #dwafricaaivoices
OpinionThe Price of Russian Paranoia: Spy Hunting Shores Up Putin’s Power—but Paralyzes the State
foreignaffairs.com/russia/price-russian-paranoia
Oleksandra Strilets' infant daughter dies in occupied Crimea after Russia imprisons her mother for supposed ‘treason’
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An Israeli minister has threatened the Oscar-winning directors behind Gaza documentary ‘NAZA’ with losing their citizenship after the film’s Venice triumph ... Show more
Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma has returned home after spending more than two years in Nigeria, where he had relocated following treason ... Show more
Tensions are rising in Zambia after opposition leader Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu were charged with treason ... Show more
Russia sentences husband and wife, abducted from occupied Kherson oblast, to 16 and 12 years for supporting Ukraine
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Hakainde Hichilema has begun his second term calling for reconciliation and unity. But with his main election challenger in detention on treason charges and ... Show more
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Prosecutor Glenn Hanoman on Friday asked Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman to remand Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed, citing the seriousness of an ongoing ... Show more
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A detective known for solving crimes against children goes on trial for treason in Moscow
meduza.io/en/news/2026/09/01/a-detective-known-for-solving-crimes-against-children-goes-on-trial-for-treason-in-moscow
Mounties reviewing First Nations' call for treason probe into Alberta premier, UCP
cbc.ca/news/indigenous/rcmp-alberta-treason-review-9.7315676
Tanzania's opposition leader Tundu Lissu has opened his defence in his treason trial, describing the case as politically motivated ... Show more
Key FactsTanzania High Court Orders Lissu into Defence Phase
Aug 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nation.africa
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nation.africa
- The three-judge panel ruled on August 21, 2026, after Lissu had spent 14 months in detention.
- Lissu is charged under Section 39(2)(d) of the Penal Code; a conviction could carry the death penalty.
- The charge concerns alleged statements at a Chadema meeting in Dar es Salaam on April 3, 2025.
- The court did not yet assess evidentiary credibility; Lissu may now answer the allegations and present defence evidence.
“If they say this position amounts to rebellion, it is true ... because we are saying we will stop the election, we will mobilise rebellion ... that is how we will bring change ... we are going to make things happen ... we will disrupt this election for real ... we are going to make things happen very badly.”— Prosecutors allege he said this at a Chadema meeting in Dar es Salaam on April 3, 2025, in connection with the treason charge.
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile, who went into hiding after disputing the recent presidential election result, has been detained on suspicion of ... Show more
Zambia election: Opposition leader detained by police over treason allegations: Brian Mundubile had been in hiding after disputing the outcome of the recent ...
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Russian woman who lived in Ukraine for more than a decade faces treason charges after returning to Moscow to replace her passport
meduza.io/en/news/2026/08/24/russian-woman-who-lived-in-ukraine-for-more-than-a-decade-faces-treason-charges-after-returning-to-moscow-to-replace-her-passport
UNITED24 Media Aug 26
Russian-Occupied Berdiansk Court Jails 74-Year-Old Woman for 14 Years Over $34 Ukraine Army Donation
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News: Besigye treason case: American recounts alleged plan to use poison, explosives
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Russian agent who registered 27 Starlink terminals for Russian forces arrested – photo, video
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Mediazona Aug 12
Tax treason. A Russian‑born businessman, 60, flew to Russia to see his relatives; he is now charged with treason for paying his taxes in Ukraine
en.zona.media/article/2026/08/12/taxtreason
The Insider Aug 17
EU resident faces treason charges after Binance shared transaction data with the Russian authorities, rights group says
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Russian man sentenced to 23 years for treason. FSB says he spied for Polish intelligence.
meduza.io/en/news/2026/08/14/russian-man-sentenced-to-23-years-for-treason-fsb-says-he-spied-for-polish-intelligence
Concern is mounting over the health of Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye after he collapsed during a court hearing and was rushed to hospital ... Show more
Russia sentences Ukrainian Serhiy Moskalenko to 25 years calling resistance to invaders ‘treason’ and ‘terrorism’
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Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye in ICU after collapsing in court, his wife says
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Key FactsOpposition Leader Besigye Collapses, ICU Admission Follows
Jul 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye lost consciousness during his treason trial and was rushed to intensive care in Kampala.
- He refuses treatment from government medical staff, demanding care from his private physician instead.
- Charged with plotting to overthrow President Museveni, Besigye denies the accusations that carry a possible death penalty.
- Calls for his humanitarian release grow as family and allies highlight his critical health and legal predicament.
Besigye's appearance in court while clearly unwell was a shocking violation of his most basic rights.— Bobi Wine commenting on Besigye's appearance in court while unwell, describing it as a shocking violation of his most basic rights.
'Treason' charges against Crimean political prisoner imprisoned twice for comments opposing Russia’s war against Ukraine
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Frank Kendall's access to classified info revoked over Air Force One leak claims; fiery netizens say 'should be treason' | Hindustan Times
hindustantimes.com/trending/us/frank-kendalls-access-to-classified-info-revoked-over-air-force-one-leak-claims-fiery-netizens-say-should-be-treason-101786159380241.html
Trump Accuses WaPo of Treason as He Lashes Out Over Pete Hegseth Report: ‘False and Completely Unfou ...
mediaite.com/media/news/trump-accuses-wapo-of-treason-as-he-lashes-out-over-pete-hegseth-report-false-and-completely-unfounded-rumors/
Sadhvi Prachi News: Sadhvi Prachi triggers row, calling female protesters at Jantar Mantar dangerous and demanding treason charges against them ... Show more
'Save photo, Save family': Sadhvi Prachi urges people to keep pictures of female protesters so they don't become 'bahus'
'Save photo, Save family': Sadhvi Prachi urges people to keep pictures of female protesters so they don't become 'bahus'
South Sudan's main armed opposition group is calling for the immediate and unconditional release of its detained leader ... Show more
Monstrous 18-year sentence against 66-year-old Ukrainian from Russian-occupied Sevastopol
khpg.org/en/1608815950
Convicted of ‘treason’ in Russia, journalist Darya Shipacheva was sentenced to 12 years in prison. Almost nothing is known about her case ...
meduza.io/en/feature/2026/07/31/convicted-of-treason-in-russia-journalist-darya-shipacheva-was-sentenced-to-12-years-in-prison-almost-nothing-is-known-about-her-case-here-s-what-her-friend-revealed
Russia sentences 59-year-old Maryna Kovalenko whose son is defending Ukraine to 13 years for 'treason'
khpg.org/en/1608815929
Sierra Leone has dropped all charges, including treason, against former President Ernest Bai Koroma over the failed November 2023 coup attempt ... Show more