Iran arrests German national, accuses him of “espionage” in nuclear and military facility areas

Iran has accused and arrested a German national for espionage on its nuclear and military facilities inside the country, according to state TV Channel Two. Iran branded the man as a dual German national as well as a spy. 

The German national was arrested in the Markazi Province, according to reports, with officials alleging he had "dozens of instances of espionage and/or sabotage".

According to a BBC report, the accused had entered the country disguised as a tourist, but has been spotted frequently filming sensitive areas across the country, some of which even include military and nuclear facilities in Iran.