RAF Fairford live updates: police investigate Iran link to suspected bomb plot
Summary
Police are investigating a possible bomb plot near RAF Fairford, a U.S. military base used for missions in the Middle East. Five men were arrested after explosives were found in vans close to the base, and the situation was reported early by a local farmer who saw suspicious activity.Key Facts
- The incident occurred near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England.
- The base is used by the U.S. military for Middle East missions.
- Five men were detained on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act.
- Explosives were found in three vans parked close to the base.
- A local farmer saw a group of hooded and masked men late at night and called the police.
- Dozens of homes in the nearby village of Whelford were evacuated and residents have not yet returned.
- The defense secretary, Wes Streeting, thanked the public and the farmer for their quick response.
- Authorities are investigating if Iran is linked to the suspected plot.
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