Crete: 26-Year-Old Azerbaijani Arrested for Espionage Near Souda Bay

Authorities in Crete have arrested a 26-year-old Azerbaijani national who was photographing military bases near Souda Bay. The suspect, born in Azerbaijan but holding a Polish passport, was apprehended while staying at a hotel close to the airbase. He was taking photos of both the base and military vessels entering and exiting the harbor. This arrest follows the detention of another Azerbaijani on terrorism charges in Cyprus just 24 hours earlier. The case is considered highly serious by both Greek police and EUROPOL sources, especially given heightened security measures following recent tensions in the Middle East, including U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend. Souda Bay is one of the strongest American military bases in the Mediterranean and remains a potential target for extremist actions. The individual is expected to appear before the prosecution today, facing espionage charges.