The Times reported that “the European Union plans to create a safe bunker in which the bloc’s leaders can negotiate without fear of being eavesdropped by Russia and China,” noting that “the project is estimated to cost 8 million euros. “

She explained: “The idea arose amid fears that the Kremlin was eavesdropping on top-secret discussions of sanctions and measures to reduce the EU’s dependence on Russian gas.” , Chinese and others from intercepting electromagnetic and radio waves generated by the wires of monitors and microphones.

The newspaper added: “The hall has a capacity of 100 people, and before and after the meetings, the presence of listening devices will be checked, and decorative items and cutlery will be checked for their safety.”

It stated: “All employees, including waiters and cleaners, will be screened and given access to confidential information in the European Union, including information that may cause serious damage to the interests of the European Union, cause international tension or endanger life or public order.”

The bunker is to be built by 2024 on the grounds of the European Council buildings in Brussels, where summits are currently taking place.