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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Anna Loren

UK-Iranian national arrested over alleged RAF Fairford bomb plot

  • A 25-year-old dual UK-Iranian national has been arrested in Westminster on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts in connection with an alleged bomb plot near RAF Fairford.
  • Five British men previously arrested in Gloucestershire over potential terror offences remain on police bail under strict conditions.
  • Prime Minister Andy Burnham indicated that there are strong signs Iran played a role in the suspected plot, with police investigating potential foreign state involvement.
  • The UK is working closely with US authorities after Donald Trump criticised the decision to release the initial suspects on bail.
  • Counter Terrorism Policing stated that the investigation remains highly complex with officers continuing to explore multiple lines of enquiry.

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