'Major Incident' Near UK Military Base Used By US For Iran Attacks
Summary
Police in Gloucestershire, England, declared a major incident near RAF Fairford, a U.K. airbase used by the U.S. military for attacks on Iran. Several properties were evacuated, and men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offenses, with the situation described as contained.Key Facts
- The major incident took place in Whelford, about two miles from RAF Fairford.
- RAF Fairford is a British airbase used by the U.S. for attacks on Iran.
- Several properties were evacuated, and residents were moved to a nearby leisure center.
- Multiple men were arrested for possible explosives-related offenses.
- British Army explosive experts are examining vehicles connected to the incident.
- The U.K. allowed the U.S. to use RAF Fairford for strikes on Iran starting in March.
- The U.S. uses RAF Fairford for bombers including B-1 and B-52 types.
- Iran has called U.K. bases used by the U.S. for attacks on Iran "legitimate targets."
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