Iran arrests German tourist for alleged spying near military sites

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have arrested a German national, Marek Kaufmann, for alleged spying near restricted military and nuclear sites in Markazi province, state-owned Mehr News reported Friday.

Mehr released a video showing Kaufmann, described as a dual-national Jewish tourist cycling through the region, speaking after his detention. In the footage, he says he was aware he was near a military area and that taking photos or videos was not allowed. He adds that he sent his location to a friend. The video is heavily edited and does not include a clear confession.

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