7 months ago
Spain Closes Pegasus Spyware Probe
Spain's High Court has closed an investigation into the use of a spyware called Pegasus.
This spyware was used to spy on Spanish politicians, including the Prime Minister.
The investigation was closed because Israel, where the company that makes the spyware is based, did not help with the investigation.
The company, NSO Group, says their software is meant to fight crime and protect national security, but they can't control how it is used.
The investigation was first closed in 2023 and reopened in 2024 after France provided more information about its own investigation into Pegasus.
Spain's High Court closed an investigation into the use of Pegasus spyware by NSO Group.
The investigation was closed due to a lack of cooperation from Israeli authorities.
The spyware was used to target Spanish politicians, including Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
NSO Group denies wrongdoing, stating the software is intended for fighting crime and protecting national security.
The investigation was initially closed in 2023 and reopened in 2024 after France provided new details.
- Who
- Spanish High Court, NSO Group, Israeli authorities
- What
- Closure of the investigation into the use of Pegasus spyware
- Where
- Madrid, Spain
- When
- January 22, 2024
- Why
- Due to a lack of cooperation from Israeli authorities
Key facts
- Date
- January 22, 2024
- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Investigation Status
- Closed
- Targeted Individuals
- Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and several ministers
- Company Involved
- NSO Group
- Software Used
- Pegasus
- Reason for Closure
- Lack of cooperation from Israeli authorities
