US Soldier Is Arrested in UK on Suspicion of Spying for Russia

The 41-year-old man, who was not named, was in custody pending possible charges after a joint investigation with the F.B.I. and U.S. military intelligence.

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US Soldier Is Arrested in UK on Suspicion of Spying for Russia

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London Metropolitan Police says its 'counterterror' forces worked closely with the FBI and US military to make arrest.

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US Soldier Is Arrested in UK on Suspicion of Spying for Russia

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US soldier arrested in UK on suspicion of spying for Russia

London Metropolitan Police says its 'counterterror' forces worked closely with the FBI and US military to make arrest.

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US Army soldier suspected of spying for Russia arrested in UK

The 41-year-old senior soldier is accused of national security offences and is being questioned in London.

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