US soldier arrested in UK on suspicion of spying for Russia
The 41-year-old serviceman, stationed at NATO's Allied Rapid Reaction Corps headquarters, is suspected of disclosing protected information to Russian intelligence.
A US soldier was arrested by counterterrorism police in the UK on charges of spying for Russia, on Tuesday.
The 41-year-old senior serviceman was arrested near Gloucester on Tuesday and is being held on suspicion of violating the National Security Act 2023, specifically for disclosing protected information to foreign intelligence services.
Counterterrorism police raided two properties in the area as part of the investigation.
The soldier was stationed at Imjin Barracks, which serves as the headquarters of NATO's Allied Rapid Reaction Corps (ARRC).
Police said the investigation was not linked to any other ongoing investigations.
FBI Director Kash Patel said in a statement: "This important arrest involves allegations of espionage, which is of the utmost concern to the United States and our allies."
"While this investigation is continuing, I want to send a clear message – this FBI has no tolerance for anyone who breaks their oath to the United States and whose actions endanger our national security and that of our partners."