Austria nu mai vrea ca Viena să fie „capitala spionajului”. „Mi-ar plăcea să fac curățenie și să termin cu asta”

Austria plans to redefine espionage laws and increase penalties to combat Vienna's reputation as a spy hub. The government aims to address historical issues and prevent diplomatic cover for espionage activities. Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger expressed a desire to clean up the situation, highlighting recent expulsions of Russian diplomats for espionage-related activities. The proposed legislation will extend penalties for espionage against international organizations and the EU, reflecting a shift in Austria's stance on diplomatic immunity misuse.