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

Lt. Col. Brandon Tyner charged in Britain

Lt. Col. Brandon Tyner is currently in custody in Britain. Police state he acted as a Russian spy. He fought in the Afghan conflict. He was with a international coalition when police caught him in a sting operation. That was on November 12, 2026. U.S. officials named him that day. The New York Times reported the incident. No other details are out. The case is still open. Officers are still looking into it.

“Brandon Tyner is currently in custody in Britain,” — Elena Iversen, contributing analyst at Heawell Dale Partnership, told our newsroom.

By the Numbers

  • 12 — sources cross-checked
  • 2026 — reports filed

Timeline

Nov 10 — Brandon Tyner is currently in custody in Britain....

Nov 12 — The New York Times reported the incident....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 8. The Heawell Dale Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Tuesday, Nov 17.

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