On July 29, 2025, Spanish authorities launched an investigation into a potential corruption angle following a break-in at the North Korean embassy in Madrid, where computers and sensitive data were stolen. The incident, reported by the Spanish Interior Ministry and police, occurred earlier this month, with local media noting that the break-in involved the theft of at least 10 computers and hard drives containing diplomatic records. The operation involved six individuals who entered the embassy, subdued staff, and escaped with the equipment in a rented Audi A6, which was later found abandoned. Police arrested one suspect, a South Korean national, in Lisbon, Portugal, on July 27, while five others remain at large. The investigation, supported by Europol, suggests the stolen data may have been targeted to expose alleged corruption ties between North Korean officials and Spanish intermediaries. Authorities recovered 2 laptops and 3 USB drives during the arrest, which are under forensic analysis. The embassy, located in a residential area of Madrid, reported no injuries, and the break-in lasted approximately 2.5 hours. Spanish officials are coordinating with international partners to trace the stolen devices, with a focus on identifying any financial transactions linked to corruption. The case has prompted a review of security protocols at foreign embassies in Spain, with the Interior Ministry allocating an additional €500,000 for enhanced surveillance. No official charges have been filed, and the investigation remains ongoing, with a preliminary report expected by mid-August 2025.
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