UK blames Iran for airbase plot, sanctions two Iranian nationals
Summary
The UK government says Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was likely behind a suspected plot targeting RAF Fairford, a British airbase used by US bombers. Britain has sanctioned two Iranian nationals, while Iran denies any involvement and offers to cooperate with the investigation.Key Facts
- A suspected plot against RAF Fairford in southern England involved five British men arrested on terrorism and explosives charges.
- Police found petrol in vans linked to the suspects but no explosives; the men were later released on bail with strict conditions.
- Britain’s Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the plot was “almost certainly” ordered by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
- The UK sanctioned two Iranian nationals for their roles in hostile activity connected to Iran.
- A joint statement by 29 countries including the UK, US, and others blamed Iran for attempts to threaten or harm people on their soil.
- Iran’s ambassador to the UK rejected the accusations and called on Britain not to make unproven claims.
- The US moved B-52 and B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford over fears of an Iranian drone attack plot.
- RAF Fairford is an important European base for US bombers involved in the conflict with Iran that began in February 2024.
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