Authorities have arrested four Palestinian men on the Greek island of Leros on charges of espionage.
The suspects, aged 24, 34, 31, and 39, were apprehended early Saturday morning after being spotted by a security guard from a nearby immigrant camp.
The security guard observed the men taking photographs of the Naval Technical Facilities Service of Leros (YNTEL/ΥΝΤΕΛ), a key naval base on the island. The incident occurred at approximately 1:00 am, prompting immediate action from local security forces. Following their arrest, a forensic investigation confirmed that the suspects had indeed been capturing images of the naval installation.
Greek authorities have not yet released further details about the case or the identities of the arrested individuals. The investigation is ongoing as officials work to determine the full scope and intent of the suspects’ actions.
The incident has drawn attention to the immigrant camp, established in 2021 despite significant protests from local residents. The camp, located roughly 1 km from the naval base, has been a point of contention within the community.
As the investigation continues, both local authorities and residents are seeking clarity on the potential implications of the arrests for the security of the island and the well-being of the immigrant community.
4 Palestinians Arrested On Espionage Charges In Leros, Greece (greekcitytimes.com)