The United States has reportedly banned the United Kingdom from sharing American intelligence data with Ukraine, marking a shift in Western support for Kyiv, Daily Mail reported on March 4.
Intelligence Flow Cut Off
According to the report, UK intelligence agencies and military branches have received explicit orders to stop passing on U.S.-generated intelligence, which was previously labeled Rel UKR (Releasable to Ukraine).
Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the UK—along with other key U.S. allies like Australia and New Zealand—has been sharing American intelligence with Ukraine as part of broader Western assistance.
The sudden suspension reportedly impacts major UK intelligence agencies, including GCHQ (the British equivalent of the NSA), the Ministry of Defence's intelligence division, and other security bodies.
Political Fallout and Security Risks
Military intelligence expert Phil Ingram told Daily Mail that while the decision is not entirely surprising, it signals a major policy shift by the U.S.
"The U.S.’s intelligence partners, including Britain, have had their authority to pass on intelligence revoked," Ingram said.
The decision follows the recent U.S. halt on military aid to Ukraine, a move that has raised concerns among Kyiv’s allies.
Despite growing fears of reduced Western backing, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson insisted that Washington’s actions are only a “temporary pause.”
