British counter-terror police arrest US soldier suspected of spying for Russia

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The Metropolitan Police say a 41-year-old American serviceman has been arrested near Gloucester on suspicion of spying for Russia, following a joint investigation with US authorities. The arrest has prompted searches at two Gloucestershire locations and highlights cooperation between British and American security agencies on suspected threats to national security.

The suspect is being held at a London police station while enquiries continue. He was arrested under Sections 1 and 3 of the National Security Act 2023, which cover obtaining or disclosing protected information and assisting a foreign intelligence service; the Met says the case is not connected to other counter-terrorism investigations. FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau had made 167 counter-intelligence and espionage arrests in the past 21 months, a 53 per cent increase.

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In short

A 41-year-old American serviceman was arrested near Gloucester.
Police are searching two Gloucestershire locations.
The investigation involves UK and US authorities.

How this story developed

21 minutes ago No new arrest details are provided in the added coverage; the report continues to describe a 41-year-old American serviceman held in custody on suspicion of spying for Russia. British and US officials say the allegations are serious and the investigation remains ongoing.
27 minutes ago The Metropolitan Police say a 41-year-old American serviceman has been arrested near Gloucester on suspicion of spying for Russia, following a joint investigation with US authorities.
36 minutes ago A 41-year-old American serviceman has been arrested near Gloucester on suspicion of spying for Russia, in an investigation led by British counter-terrorism police with US authorities.