The United Kingdom's counter-terrorism police have arrested a senior US Army officer on charges of leaking classified information and assisting Russian intelligence.
BBC reported that a 41-year-old US officer was arrested near Gloucester on Tuesday, 10 Nov 2026 GMT+7. He is believed to be stationed at Imjin Barracks in Innsworth, which is the headquarters of NATO's Allied Rapid Reaction Corps (ARRC).
The officer was arrested under the National Security Act 2023, section 1, regarding receipt or disclosure of protected information, and section 3 concerning assistance to foreign intelligence agencies. He is currently held at a London police station, where the law permits detention for up to 14 days without formal charges for investigation.
FBI Director Kash Patel stated that the espionage allegations are extremely concerning for the US and its allies, warning that the FBI will not tolerate those who betray their oaths and jeopardize national security.
Meanwhile, Vicky Evans, Deputy Assistant Commissioner of London’s counter-terrorism police, confirmed the arrest is highly significant, describing the charges as serious and the investigation as ongoing and intensive.
Lieutenant Colonel Sean Stinson, commander of the US Army counterintelligence unit, remarked that the behavior of this trusted senior officer accused of accessing classified information serves as a reminder that insider threats are real and ongoing.
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Source:bbc