# Spymaster Claims Role in Kurz Overthrow

- Place: Vienna, Austria (48.2082, 16.3738)
- Published: 2026-11-08T19:25:15.260Z · expires 2026-11-15T19:25:15.260Z
- Floors (The Arena): E12 States, E10 Institutions, E13 Civilizations
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Russian spymaster Alexander Litvinenko claims he helped topple Austria's Chancellor Kurz, per Israel Hayom.

The claim comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and Austria, with Vienna's government denying any involvement in the alleged plot.

## Sources

- [Russian spymaster claims he helped topple Austria’s Kurz](https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/11/08/russian-spymaster-claims-role-kurz-downfall/) · israelhayom.com · 2026-11-08