A 41-year-old member of the United States Army has been arrested in Britain on suspicion of offences linked to alleged Russian espionage, according to British police.
The arrest took place near Gloucester, England, on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, as part of an investigation led by UK Counter Terrorism Policing in cooperation with American authorities.
What Happened?
According to the Metropolitan Police, the American soldier was arrested on suspicion of offences under the UK’s National Security Act 2023.
The suspected offences relate to assisting a foreign intelligence service and obtaining or disclosing protected information. Police identified Russia as the country connected to the allegations.
Authorities have not publicly released the soldier’s name.
FBI and US Military Involved in Investigation
The investigation involved close cooperation between British police, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the US military.
FBI Director Kash Patel described the case as involving serious espionage allegations and expressed appreciation for the cooperation between the agencies.
Brigadier General Sean Stinchon, head of the US Army Counterintelligence Command, said the allegations were concerning because the soldier was entrusted with sensitive information.
Searches Conducted in Gloucestershire
British authorities said officers were conducting searches at two locations in Gloucestershire as part of the investigation.
The suspect was being held at a police station in London while enquiries continued.
Police also clarified that the arrest was not connected to other ongoing Counter Terrorism Policing investigations.
Investigation Remains Ongoing
Authorities have not publicly disclosed what specific information the soldier is suspected of obtaining or sharing, or whether any classified military documents were passed to Russia.
The allegations have not been proven in court. Investigators are continuing their enquiries with British and American agencies.
The case has raised fresh concerns about potential security threats involving personnel with access to sensitive military information.
