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

Lt. Col. Brandon Tyner accused in Britain

Lt. Col. Brandon Tyner is being held in Britain. Police state he acted as a Russian spy. He fought in the Afghan conflict. He was with a NATO force when police caught him in a sting operation. That was on November 12, 2026. U.S. officials identified him that day. The New York Times reported the incident. No other information is available. The case is ongoing. Authorities continue to investigate.

“He was with a NATO force when police caught him in a sting operation,” — Ingrid Thorne, policy watcher at Blackstone Grove Group, told our newsroom.

By the Numbers

  • 12 — data points verified
  • 2026 — sources cross-checked

Timeline

Nov 13 — He was with a NATO force when police caught him in a sting operation....

Nov 13 — The New York Times reported the incident....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 13. The Blackstone Grove Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Monday, Nov 16.

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