Suspected plot at U.S.-run air base almost certainly directed by Iran, UK prime minister says
Summary
British officials said a suspected plan to attack a U.S. military base in England was almost certainly directed by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. The plot targeted RAF Fairford, used by U.S. bombers, and seven men were arrested but released on bail without charges.Key Facts
- The suspected attack was planned against RAF Fairford, a U.S.-run air base in England.
- British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the plot was likely coordinated and directed by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard.
- Police arrested seven men in their 20s; six are British and one has dual U.K.-Iranian citizenship.
- Gasoline was found in suspects’ vehicles, but no explosives were discovered.
- Britain summoned the Iranian ambassador, who denied involvement and asked for evidence.
- The U.K. added two Iranians to its sanctions list for roles in espionage and attacks in Europe and the U.S.
- The U.S. removed its bombers from RAF Fairford recently due to the threat.
- Western countries condemned Iran’s use of proxy groups in attacks extending outside its borders.
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