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GCHQ chief says Russia has lost 500,000 troops in Ukraine

GCHQ director Anne Keast-Butler says Russia has suffered nearly 500,000 deaths in Ukraine and warns of expanded hybrid activity.
WHO: Anne Keast-Butler, GCHQ director
WHAT: GCHQ director cites Russia’s reported 500,000 troop deaths in Ukraine and warns Russia is scaling up hybrid activity against the UK and Europe.
WHEN: May 29, 2026 at 6:47 AM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: She was giving her first public speech at Bletchley Park and warned that Russia is increasing hybrid activity targeting the UK and Europe.
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