Mullin says US 'knew' Iran would try to attack American assets in UK
Summary
The United States knew Iran or its supporters might try to attack American targets in the United Kingdom, according to U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin. British police arrested several men near a Royal Air Force base used by the U.S., and both U.S. and U.K. officials are investigating Iran’s possible role in the plot.Key Facts
- The U.S. was aware that Iran or its proxies might try to attack American assets in the U.K.
- Five British men were arrested near RAF Fairford, a base hosting U.S. warplanes involved in conflicts with Iran.
- No explosives were found in the arrested men’s vehicles, but they were suspected of terrorism and explosives offenses.
- The men were released on bail after interviews but remain under surveillance.
- Another man with dual U.K./Iranian citizenship was arrested later for preparing terrorist acts.
- U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said there are strong signs Iran was involved.
- President Donald Trump said the U.S. is studying the situation carefully and questioned the U.K.'s decision to release some suspects.
- The case is ongoing with close cooperation between U.S. and U.K. security agencies.
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