U.S. soldier accused of spying linked to Russia arrested in the U.K.
Updated on: November 10, 2026 / 7:50 PM EST / CBS News
TL;DR
- A U.S. Army soldier was arrested in the U.K. on suspicion of espionage related to Russia.
- The 41-year-old suspect is a senior officer based at Imjin Barracks.
- He is suspected of violations under the U.K.'s National Security Act 2023, including assisting a foreign intelligence service.
- Searches are being conducted at two locations in Gloucestershire related to the investigation.
- U.S. and U.K. authorities highlighted their strong partnerships in national security investigations.
- The arrest is separate from a recent suspected plot at RAF Fairford linked to Iran.