News
U.S sailor selling military secrets to China
A U.S Navy sailor has been sentenced to 27 months in prison for unlawfully selling classified military information to China.
The serviceman was found guilty of compromising national security by sharing sensitive details about naval operations and technology.
The investigation revealed that the sailor had established illicit connections with individuals linked to the Chinese government, exchanging valuable military secrets for financial gain.
The compromised information included data on advanced weaponry, naval strategies, and electronic warfare capabilities. Authorities acted swiftly upon discovering the breach, leading to the arrest and subsequent legal proceedings.
The accused admitted to receiving nearly $15,000 in bribes from a Chinese intelligence officer in exchange for military secrets.
This incident has raised concerns about the vulnerability of military information and the need for stricter security measures within the armed forces.