An American soldier has been arrested in Russia on charges of theft, US media reported on Monday. The soldier had been stationed in South Korea and had travelled to Russia on his own initiative, reported US media including broadcasters NBC News, CNN and ABC News, citing US government representatives. There was initially no direct confirmation from the White House. When asked about the case, US National Security Council Communications Director John Kirby only said: “We are aware of this case.” He gave no further details and referred further questions to the US Department of Defence. US Army spo…