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The language of the article also suggests that he is suspected of spying on British sensitive data, not German sensitive data, but it's not too clear. I assume
by Blikkentrekker 5y ago
The language of the article also suggests that he is suspected of spying on British sensitive data, not German sensitive data, but it's not too clear.
I assume he's not a diplomat, as, as I understand it, diplomatic immunity exists exactly so that diplomats cannot be charged with such allegations, but it is sometimes a bit murky as to what personnel of embassies exactly it extends.
- akiselev 5y agoDiplomatic immunity exists for the benefit of other governments, not the individuals. If there’s any sort of coordination, the guest nation will waive their representatives’ immunity right before official charges are filed.