British counter-terrorism police have arrested a 41-year-old US Army member near Gloucester, England, on suspicion of offences under the National Security Act 2023 linked to Russia.
The investigation, led by Counter Terrorism Policing in coordination with the FBI and the US military, involves allegations of espionage, according to FBI Director Kash Patel, who described the matter as being of the utmost concern.
Authorities are searching two locations in Gloucestershire, while the suspect remains in custody at a London police station.
Police confirmed that the investigation is not connected to any other ongoing counter-terrorism operations. Enquiries into the alleged offences are continuing.
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