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UK arrests 25-year-old dual national over RAF Fairford incident
The Hindu··2 Oct
British counter-terror police arrested a 25-year-old dual UK and Iranian national in Westminster on Thursday on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts. Prime Minister Andy Burnham told the BBC there were strong indications Iran played a part in the weekend incident at RAF Fairford. Iran denied the accusations. Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel gave Britain intelligence about an Iranian-sponsored attack.
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What It Means For You
- Villagers near RAF Fairford faced evacuation after police declared a major incident early Sunday.
- Travelers using the Cotswolds base may face continued security checks while the investigation continues.
- British officials have not explained the nature of the threat after police said no explosives were found.
What's Happening
- Police were called after a farmer near Whelford saw vans blocking a road and masked men.
- Five London-based Britons in their mid-20s were arrested at the scene and later released on bail Monday.
- Counter Terrorism Policing said the inquiry is hugely complex and examines possible foreign state involvement.
What Leaders Said
- Iran's embassy in London rejected speculation of involvement and condemned military bases being used against Iran.
- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Burnham was barking up the wrong tree.
- Britain allowed the U.S. to use RAF Fairford for defensive strikes against Iran.
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