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Terror suspects wanted to do big damage to air base used by US, Trump says
What happened
British police arrested five men near RAF Fairford, an air base used by the US, on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offenses after a tip about three vans heading towards the base. The men were arrested by armed officers and held on suspicion of preparation of a terrorist act. A 400-meter cordon was put in place around the base as the bomb disposal unit investigated the vans. Local residents in nearby homes were evacuated.
Why it matters
The incident is significant because it involves a potential terrorist threat to a US military base in the UK. The base has been used to strike Iranian targets in the past, and an Iranian-linked motive is considered a possible explanation. The incident has led to increased security measures at other US bases in the UK.
Key facts
- Five men were arrested on suspicion of terrorism offenses
- The men were arrested near RAF Fairford, a US air base
- The base has been used to strike Iranian missile sites
- The men were held on suspicion of preparation of a terrorist act
Official statement
“We are in the early stages of an investigation, and five men remain in custody,”
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