No 10 insists RAF Fairford is safe after US withdraws its bombers from base
Also reported by BBC World, Al Jazeera
Summary
The US Air Force quickly moved 12 B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford in England due to security concerns about a possible threat linked to Iran. British officials say the base remains safe, but investigations into related suspicious activity continue.Key Facts
- The US pulled 12 B-1 bombers out of RAF Fairford because of threats connected to Iran.
- The US military acted quickly, needing refueling support during the bombers’ return flights.
- British officials say the airbase is secure and protected by established defense procedures.
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guards previously called RAF Fairford a military target.
- Five men nearby the base were arrested on suspicion of carrying explosives but were released on bail.
- A sixth man, with UK-Iranian nationality, was arrested for terrorism preparations and also released on bail.
- US President Donald Trump expressed surprise that the men were released on bail.
- British counter-terror police continue their investigation into the events near the base.
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