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UK says Iran involved in RAF Fairford security incident

Summarised from 11 outlets · 12 reports · Updated 30 Sept, 17:33 · Archive

Prime minister Andy Burnham says there are strong indications Iran played a role in an incident at RAF Fairford.

Prime minister Andy Burnham has said there are 'strong indications' that Iran was involved in an incident at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Five men were arrested on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offences following the discovery of suspicious vans near the base. The suspects were released on bail pending investigation. Burnham said the UK is working closely with the US administration on the matter but could not provide further details as the police investigation remains ongoing.

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