A German Journalist Posed As A Putin Supporter And Made Contact With Kremlin Agents

She successfully identified Russian agents in Germany.

German journalist Angelique Geray ran a fake Telegram channel for several months under the name “Kati,” purportedly a supporter of dictator Vladimir Putin. Through this channel, she was contacted by people who began offering her assignments in the interests of Russian intelligence, writes DW.

At first, Geray posted a video featuring the Russian flag, after which she received offers to photograph locations in Germany and monitor people from the CDU, arms companies, and nongovernmental organizations. She was also instructed to collect personal data on employees.

According to the journalist, the recruitment of one-time operatives often begins with simple tasks for a small amount of money. A person might be asked to take a photo, pick up a package, or obtain a SIM card. Later, the tasks become more serious. Communication usually takes place via Telegram, and each participant in the operation knows only their own part of the job.

German politician Jovica Jović from the pro-Russian Sara Wagenknecht Union also reached out to “Katya’s” channel. He offered advice on developing the channel and, in particular, suggested recording a video in which “Katya” dances on a NATO flag.

When asked about possible ties to Russian intelligence services, Jović initially stated that he knew nothing in theory but knew in practice, and later denied having any contacts with Russian intelligence.

After Geray revealed that the “Katya” persona was fictional, unknown individuals threatened to kill the journalist.

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