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World · 20 May 2026

Deputy ambassador James Roscoe fired from Washington job

Deputy ambassador James Roscoe fired from Washington job

The sudden removal of a senior British diplomat from his Washington role has prompted an investigation into national security leaks. James Roscoe, 49, who served as deputy ambassador since July 2022, was removed from his post on Tuesday, with no official explanation given. He is reportedly facing questions regarding top-secret discussions from the National Security Council about the war in Iran.

Reported by The Times · How we write briefs

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