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Man Sentenced for Espionage After Photographing Thessaloniki's 'Makedonia' Airport

A 31-year-old Greek man of Ukrainian descent has been sentenced for espionage after being caught photographing Thessaloniki's 'Makedonia' International Airport on December 23. Despite signs banning photography in restricted areas, he was observed taking pictures of airport facilities. The court handed him an 18-month prison sentence, converted to a daily fine of 10 euros, along with an additional 1,000-euro penalty. He was acquitted of entering a forbidden zone. The case has raised concerns about airport security.