
UK counter-terrorism police arrested a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian national in London on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts under the Terrorism Act 2006, linked to Sunday's incident at RAF Fairford where five British men were arrested near the US-run air base used for strikes on Iran; no explosives were found in seized vans, and Iran denies involvement.
AI-generated summary
RAF Fairford is a UK air base used by American bombers for strikes against Iran. Five British men were arrested near the base on Sunday on suspicion of explosives and terror offenses, leading to an ongoing counter-terrorism investigation.
Police in the United Kingdom on Thursday said that another man had been arrested as part of the investigation into Sunday's security incident at a US-run air base in Gloucestershire.
The arrest of the dual UK-Iranian national came after British Prime Minister Andy Burnham told the BBC there were "strong indications that Iran played a part in what happened over the weekend at RAF Fairford."
Iran's embassy in London earlier said it "categorically rejects and strongly condemns" speculation it was involved while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Burnham was "barking up the wrong tree."
What police have said
Counter terrorism police said that a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian national was arrested in London "on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts under Section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2006."
They said that a second man who is a UK national was also questioned under caution and that searches of two properties had taken place.
"The investigation into circumstances surrounding events in Gloucestershire is hugely complex, and our specialist teams are interrogating multiple lines of enquiry," said Counter Terrorism Policing's Vicki Evans.
"As we've made clear, we're looking at all possible angles — including possible foreign state involvement. I'd like to thank the public for their continued support and patience whilst we work through this investigation," Evans said.
Sunday's events at RAF Fairford
Five men in their 20s, all from the London area and with British citizenship, were arrested on Sunday on suspicion of explosives and terror offenses close to the RAF Fairford air base, which has been used by American bombers to strike Iran.
They were wearing face coverings.
Police seized three "suspicious" white vans and evacuated around 85 households in the vicinity, bringing in bomb disposal teams.
Police said a quantity of petrol was but no explosive devices were found in the vans.
The suspects have since been released on bail in a move questioned by US President Donald Trump.
Edited by: Zac Crellin
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Further arrests or charges will be made in the RAF Fairford investigation as police continue to interrogate suspects and analyze evidence.
Likely · Within weeks
The UK government will face increased pressure to clarify its stance on Iran and strengthen security measures at military bases used by US forces.
Possible · Within months

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