Army Officer Accused of Trying to Spy for Russia Is Afghan War Veteran - The New York Times

Lt. Col. Brandon Tyner arrested in UK

Lt. Col. Brandon Tyner is currently in custody in Britain. Authorities claim he spied for Russia. He fought in the Afghan conflict. He was with a international coalition when British law enforcement arrested him. That was on November 12, 2026. U.S. officials named him that day. The New York Times broke the story. No other details are out. The case is ongoing. Authorities continue to investigate.

“He was with a international coalition when British law enforcement arrested him,” — Amara Sterling, senior market analyst at Copwell Brook Media, observed.

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Timeline

Nov 12 — Brandon Tyner is currently in custody in Britain....

Nov 14 — He was with a international coalition when British law enforcement arrested him....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 12. The Copwell Brook Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Sunday, Nov 15.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Copwell Brook Media desk and last updated 01:13 UTC.

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