UK police evacuate homes near air base used by US, arrest men on suspected explosives offenses
Summary
British police evacuated homes near RAF Fairford, an air base in southwest England used by the US Air Force, after arresting several men on suspicion of explosives offenses. The incident came amid heightened security due to the base's role in US strikes against Iranian missile sites.Key Facts
- RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, UK, is used by the US Air Force for operations, including strikes on Iranian missile sites.
- Several men were arrested by British police on suspicion of violating the Explosives Act.
- Police evacuated around 30 homes in the nearby village of Whelford following a major incident declaration.
- The British Army’s bomb disposal team is inspecting several vehicles related to the case.
- Armed police blocked access to the main gate of the air base, with emergency vehicles present nearby.
- The US Air Force stated it routinely reviews security measures to protect personnel and installations.
- Britain has warned it is prepared to defend the country after threats from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards related to US bomber activity from Fairford.
- The UK government is also concerned about possible sabotage and cyberattacks from Russia targeting critical infrastructure.
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