American soldier arrested – linked to Russia
British counter-terrorism police have arrested an American soldier.
He is suspected of spying for Russia.
"This is of utmost concern to the United States and our allies," says FBI Director Kash Patel.
The man, 41, was arrested in Gloucester, England, on Tuesday, the Metropolitan Police stated in a press release.
He is currently in police custody in London.
The arrest was carried out in cooperation between British and American intelligence services, according to British counter-terrorism chief Vicki Evans.
"This demonstrates the strength of our law enforcement and security partnership between the UK and the US, and I commend the work of the teams involved."
FBI Director Kash Patel states that the allegations concern espionage.
"This significant arrest involves allegations of espionage, which is of the utmost concern to the United States and our allies. As this investigation continues, I want to send a clear message: the FBI has zero tolerance for anyone who violates their oath to the United States and whose actions jeopardize our national security and that of our partners," he says.
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