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US Army soldier suspected of spying for Russia arrested in UK
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- A US Army soldier has been arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia, according to British counter-terror police, under the National Security Act 2023 for obtaining or disclosing protected information and assisting a foreign intelligence service.
- The soldier was based at Imjin Barracks in Gloucestershire, the headquarters of NATO's Allied Rapid Reaction Corps, and searches are ongoing at two locations in the area as part of the investigation.
- FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized the seriousness of the espionage allegations and stated the FBI has zero tolerance for breaches of national security affecting the US and its allies.
- The suspect is being held without charge for up to 14 days under the National Security Act, with the investigation described as ongoing by authorities.
- Brigadier General Sean Stinchon highlighted the case as a stark reminder of the persistent threat posed by insiders with access to sensitive information.
