FBI Seizes 13 Websites Accused of Recruiting Americans for Chinese Intelligence

The FBI has seized 13 websites accused of recruiting Americans to provide intelligence for China. The U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI allege that these websites were operated by Chinese intelligence agents posing as consulting firms, targeting U.S. nationals with security clearances to leak sensitive information. The takedown was announced amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and China over espionage activities. China's foreign ministry has denied the allegations, calling them malicious slander. The operation is part of broader efforts by the Five Eyes intelligence alliance to counter Chinese espionage. The seized domains are now under U.S. government control, and investigations are ongoing.

Global Impact

This event deepens the U.S.-China strategic rivalry, with economic consequences for technology and consulting sectors. Politically, it may fuel further decoupling and stricter visa policies for Chinese nationals in sensitive industries.