U.S. Army soldier detained in England on suspicion of spying for Russia
British police arrested a 41-year-old U.S. Army member in Gloucestershire on espionage allegations, while confirming the case is separate from other counter-terrorism probes.
British authorities detained a 41-year-old member of the U.S. Army in Gloucestershire on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, on suspicion of providing intelligence to Russia. Vicki Evans, a senior officer with U.K. Counterterrorism Policing, said the allegations are serious and the investigation is ongoing, adding that it is not linked to other counterterrorism operations.
"This important arrest involves allegations of espionage, which is of the utmost concern to the United States and our allies," FBI Director Kash Patel said in a statement. "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," he added.