Danish authorities arrest two men for suspected espionage

On October 19, 2026, Danish police in North Jutland arrested two men on suspicion of espionage. The suspects appeared for a preliminary hearing at the Aalborg District Court on October 20, where they were charged under Section 108, paragraph 1, of the Danish Criminal Code. The investigation, which is being handled with high priority, is being conducted in close coordination with the national intelligence services.

While the police have not officially disclosed specific details regarding the target of the alleged espionage, local media, including the public broadcaster DR, report that the individuals are approximately 20 years old and required Russian-language interpreters during their court appearance. Reports suggest the target was MyDefence, a Danish defense firm specializing in drone detection and jamming technology. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the scope and intent of the suspects' activities. No further procedural steps have been announced at this time.