Kira and Igor Korolev face upgraded espionage conspiracy charges in Brisbane
Kira and Igor Korolev had their charges upgraded to conspiracy to commit espionage on Monday after their arrest in Brisbane in July 2024. The couple is accused of preparing military espionage on behalf of Russia, with Kira allegedly coaching her husband on accessing classified information. This is the first use of the upgraded charge under new laws introduced in 2018.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 09:27 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 09:30 UTC
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