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In September, five men were arrested near RAF Fairford base on charges of preparing a terrorist act and suspected breaches of the Explosives Act. Two more suspects followed in the following days. The base is used by both the British and US air forces and had previously been designated as a legitimate target by Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
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Air force base in Great Britain Burnham considers incident at military base to be "almost certainly" controlled by Tehran
After the security incident at the Fairford base, the tone from Great Britain towards Iran is becoming harsher. Prime Minister Burnham believes that the country is likely to be held responsible - and suggests consequences.
October 12, 2026, 7:36 p.m
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The British government will announce concrete sanctions against Iranian networks.
Likely · Within weeks
The Iranian ambassador will remain summoned for further talks with the British authorities.
Very likely · Within days

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British Prime Minister Andy Burnham blames the Iranian Revolutionary Guards for planned attacks on the RAF Fairford military base. The United States and other allies condemned Iranian activities, including sabotage and cyberattacks.
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