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British Ex-Soldier Arrested for Alleged Spying for Russia

12/2/2025

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The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) detained a British man on suspicion of spying for Russia.
The suspect is a former member of the British armed forces who allegedly traveled to Ukraine to train its military.
He was reportedly recruited by Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB).
Detained since October, he faces up to 12 years in prison if convicted, with the investigation coordinated with British intelligence.

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The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) detained a British man on suspicion of spying for Russia.
The suspect is a former member of the British armed forces who allegedly traveled to Ukraine to train its military.
He was reportedly recruited by Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB).
Detained since October, he faces up to 12 years in prison if convicted, with the investigation coordinated with British intelligence.