- Counter-terrorism police are investigating whether Iran is linked to a suspected terror plot targeting RAF Fairford, a military airbase used by US bombers.
- Five men were arrested on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences after a local resident raised the alarm about three suspicious vans in nearby Whelford.
- Bomb disposal units inspected the scene, leading to a 400-metre cordon and the overnight evacuation of 85 households.
- Prime minister Andy Burnham described the incident as deeply concerning, while Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said it was too early to speculate on state involvement.
- US president Donald Trump praised the joint British response, stating the suspects were looking to do big damage to the base.
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