The Latest Breaking News from RAF Fairford

Police granted more time to question men re-arrested in RAF Fairford investigation

The two men were re-arrested on Tuesday

The Independent UK · Oct 21

Two RAF Fairford Suspects Rearrested as Counter-Terror Police Investigate Possible Iran Connection

Two men arrested near RAF Fairford have been rearrested on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service, while police investigate alleged Iranian state involvement.

International Business Times UK · Oct 21

Two men re-arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran over RAF Fairford incident

Counter-terrorism police say 24 and 25-year-old from central London detained under 2023 National Security Act

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20

How Iran carries out violence abroad – from diplomats and assassins to criminal networks

Britain’s prime minister, Andy Burnham, has said the recent suspected terror plot targeting RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire was “almost certainly” directed by Iran. The allegation has centred attention on how Iran projects power beyond its borders.

The Conversation · Oct 19

RAF Fairford 'Is Not Unique': MI5 Warns Iran Is Turning Its Attention to Military Sites in Britain

MI5 director general Ken McCallum has warned that Iran is seeking to target military sites in Britain, as police investigate a suspected incident near RAF Fairford

International Business Times UK · Oct 13

Iran seeking to expand attacks in UK to military sites, MI5 chief warns

Iran is reportedly increasing its focus on military targets in Britain, including RAF Fairford. The suspected plot against the air base has prompted significant security responses and investigations. British authorities believe the incident may have links to Iran's Revolutionary Guard. Additionally, MI5 chief Ken McCallum highlighted broader trends in Iran's…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Iranian Elite Guard 'Almost Certainly' Behind Foiled Attack Against RAF Fairford Base, British PM Says

"We will not tolerate these threats on our soil," Andy Burnham said.

International Business Times · Oct 13

Iran-linked incident at RAF Fairford ‘not unique’, spy chief says

Sir Ken McCallum said the past year has seen increased Iranian action against Jewish sites, and a move towards harder targets such as military bases.

Evening Standard · Oct 13

MI5 chief says Iran is targeting military sites and suspected plot at RAF Fairford is 'not unique’

The head of MI5 says Iran is trying to hit military sites in the U.K. and the suspected plot to attack a U.S.-run military air base in September is not unique

The Independent UK · Oct 13

Terrorists could use AI to target UK with drones and bioweapons, MI5 chief warns

Sir Ken McCallum said UK was entering ‘new era of national security’ with most threats since the Cold War, as he warned against rising danger from Russia and Iran

The Independent UK · Oct 13