Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by US
Summary
Five men were arrested on terrorism charges after explosives were found in three vans near RAF Fairford, a UK airbase used by the US military. Police are investigating whether Iran is connected to the suspected bomb plot as they continue to test the materials and search for the motive.Key Facts
- Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of explosives offences and preparing a terrorist act.
- The vans contained materials that looked like homemade bombs, and police used bomb disposal robots to examine them.
- The vans were stopped after a member of the public reported suspicious behavior late at night.
- One van had a fake fuel company logo, and the real company denied any involvement.
- RAF Fairford is used by the US military for missions against Iran, and Iran has previously warned the UK about targeting such bases.
- Authorities are exploring whether Iran’s intelligence services are involved but have not ruled out other motives.
- The UK threat level remains at "severe," meaning an attack is considered highly likely.
- An evacuation of 85 households took place near the base during the incident.
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