Wirecard fugitive claimed he toppled Sebastian Kurz in messages to Russian spy

The messages, sent to a Russian intelligence officer, allegedly detailed Marsalek's role in a political operation that led to Kurz's resignation.

The report, published by POLITICO, details the content of the communications, which Marsalek sent while in exile.

The messages are said to have provided a step-by-step account of how the Wirecard scandal was weaponized to damage Kurz's political standing.

Marsalek's alleged role

He is currently a wanted man in Germany, where he faces charges of fraud and money laundering.