A shocking revelation has surfaced in France this week as a Russian man, identified only as “K,” was arrested for allegedly plotting to disrupt the Paris Olympics. Le Monde reported that the man, who worked as a chef in France for over a decade, is actually an undercover intelligence officer for Moscow.
French prosecutors have accused the 40-year-old of passing intelligence to a foreign power, a crime that could land him in jail for up to 30 years. Evidence found at his home raised concerns that he may have planned activities to destabilize the upcoming Olympic Games, which are set to begin this Friday.
The man’s fascinating backstory adds another layer to this espionage thriller. Initially working in finance, he moved to France in 2010 to pursue a culinary career. He made a name for himself in the culinary world, even appearing on reality and cooking shows.
The saga takes a dramatic turn as Western intelligence intercepted a call between the man and his Russian handler before his flight to France from Turkey. Russia’s Embassy in Paris is seeking clarification on the situation but has not received any official notification regarding the arrest.