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    Iran threatens retaliation against US military bases●Iran issues new retaliation threat against American military basesβ–ΆyoutubeWorldDefense761.9K55 min ago

    Iran has issued a new threat warning of retaliation against American military bases in the region. NBC News reported the threat, which comes amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. The warning signals Iran's readiness to strike US forces stationed across the Middle East should confrontation escalate further.

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    Five men near RAF Fairford charged with plotting terrorist act●According to BBC, the five men arrested near RAF Fairford over suspicion of offenses under the UK's Explosives Act in th𝕏xGBWarTerrorism4K34 min ago

    Five men arrested near RAF Fairford in the UK on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act have now been additionally charged with plotting to commit a terrorist act, according to the BBC. The announcement followed a police press conference. Authorities have not linked the men to any state or non-state actor, and the case continues to draw attention given the airbase's ties to US forces.

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    Trump praises US-UK cooperation after RAF Fairford bomb plot●BREAKING: Donald Trump responds to the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford "Working with Britain, it was an amazing job.𝕏xGBWarTerrorism9.5K34 min ago

    Donald Trump has responded to the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, saying US and British authorities worked together to catch those responsible. 'Working with Britain, it was an amazing job,' Trump said, adding that the suspects were under investigation and had been planning major damage to the base. He credited the joint effort: 'working with the British worked out great and we got them.'

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    East Coast storm disrupts sports schedule across region●East Coast storm forces sports world to move, cancel events throughout regionβœ‰newsEnvironmentWeather16 min ago

    A major storm hitting the US East Coast has forced sports leagues and organisers to postpone or cancel events across the region. Games and fixtures have been moved or called off as conditions make venues unsafe or unplayable, affecting teams and fans throughout the area.

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    IRGC threatens US warships in Indian Ocean●"IRGC threatens US warships in Indian Ocean" # Taco # Nacho # News # Politics # Nato # Military # Russia # USA # IsraelMmastodonWorldEU Politics951 min ago

    Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has issued a threat against United States warships operating in the Indian Ocean, according to a headline circulating widely. The claim suggests rising naval tensions between Iran and the US, with commentators tagging the story alongside wider talk of war, blockades, oil and tariffs. Details about the exact nature of the threat remain limited in the material circulating so far.

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    UK Arrests Five Over Suspected Terror Plot Near US Air Base●U.K. Arrests Five in Suspected Terrorist Plot Near Air Base Used by U.S.βœ‰newsWarTerrorism55 min ago

    British authorities arrested five people on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack near an air base in the UK that is used by US forces. The arrests were reported by the Wall Street Journal, which did not immediately provide further details on the suspects' identities or the specific base involved. The case is likely to raise questions about security around US military facilities in Britain.

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    Who governs Sudan when Washington recognises neither side?β—πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Who governs Sudan if Washington recognises neither side? The army-backed administration runs much of the formal stateMmastodonWarSudan056 min ago

    Sudan's civil war has left the country with two rival centres of power: the army-backed administration under the military controls much of the formal state apparatus, while the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces exercises authority across territory it holds. Washington has declined to recognise either as legitimate constitutional governance, raising questions about diplomacy, aid and who represents Sudan internationally.

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    US Air Force receives first robot wingman drones for autonomous trials●US Air Force receives first β€˜robot wingmen’ drones to begin autonomous warfare trialsβœ‰newsTechnologyRobotics35 min ago

    The US Air Force has taken delivery of its first 'robot wingman' drones, unmanned aircraft designed to fly alongside crewed fighter jets. The aircraft will now enter autonomous warfare trials, testing how well drones can operate alongside human pilots in combat scenarios. The programme marks a significant step in the military's push toward teaming piloted jets with AI-driven unmanned partners.

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    Trump says men held at UK air base plotted 'big damage'●Trump says men arrested at UK air base used by US were looking to do 'big damage'βœ‰newsWarTerrorism55 min ago

    Donald Trump said three men arrested at a British air base used by US forces were looking to inflict 'big damage'. The arrests at the site, operated jointly with the United States, have raised security concerns and drawn attention to potential threats against American military facilities on UK soil. Details about the men and their alleged plans have not been fully disclosed.

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    UK Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near US Base●U.K. Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near Base Used by U.S. Forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism55 min ago

    British police are investigating an alleged terrorism plot in the vicinity of a military base used by American forces in the United Kingdom. Details remain limited, but the case has drawn international attention given the involvement of a facility linked to US personnel and the ongoing security concerns around military sites.

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    US Military Revises AI Targeting After Iran School Strikeβ–ΌUS Military Modifies AI and Lethal Targeting Process After Iran School StrikeYhnWorldDefense1543 min ago

    The US military is changing how it uses artificial intelligence in lethal targeting decisions following a strike that hit a school in Minab, Iran. According to Bloomberg, the incident prompted a review and modification of the process governing AI-assisted combat targeting. The changes highlight growing scrutiny over the role of machine systems in decisions about the use of lethal force.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near UK base used by US forces●Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by USβœ‰newsWarTerrorism55 min ago

    Five people have been arrested on terrorism charges after explosives were found near an RAF base used by US forces in the UK. Counter-terrorism police are investigating the incident, and details about the suspects or the quantity of explosives have not yet been disclosed. Authorities say the arrests followed the discovery and there is no indication of any wider threat to the base.

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    Five men arrested near UK air base used in Iran operations●5 men arrested near UK air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist actβœ‰newsWarTerrorism55 min ago

    British police arrested five men near a UK air base used by US forces in the war against Iran on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The arrests come amid heightened security concerns around American military facilities in Britain following US strikes on Iranian targets, with authorities investigating the men's alleged intentions.

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    Strong Jobs Report Could Push Fed Toward Another Rate Hikeβ—βš‘ NEWS Potential Fed Rate Hike Driven by Strong Jobs Report A strong upcoming US jobs report may pressure the Federal ReMmastodonBusinessMarkets352 min ago

    A strong upcoming US jobs report may pressure the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October. Observers warn that renewed tightening could send 10-year and 30-year Treasury yields surging, with markets watching the labor data closely for clues on the central bank's next move.

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    UK police arrest five men in bomb plot near US-used base●British police arrest five men in suspected terrorist bomb plot near military base used by U.S.βœ‰newsWorldDefense1 h ago

    British police have arrested five men on suspicion of plotting a terrorist bombing near a military base that is also used by United States forces. The arrests were announced in reports carried by international media, though few further details about the suspects, the base or the alleged plot have been made public so far.

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    Five arrested over suspected terror plot near US-used UK airbase●5 arrested on suspicion of preparing terror attack near UK airbase used by US forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism55 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack near a UK airbase used by US forces. The arrests were announced by news outlets, though details about the suspects, the specific base, or the alleged plot have not been released. The story is drawing attention given the site's links to American military operations and ongoing security concerns in the UK.

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    Iran's military demands US leave West Asia●Iran's military: Americans must leave West Asia, we will not retreat one stepβœ‰newsWorldDefense1 h ago

    Iran's military has declared that American forces must leave West Asia, saying Tehran will not retreat 'one step' from its position. The statement, reported by Kurdish outlet Kurdistan 24, signals continued Iranian defiance toward the US military presence in the region and is drawing attention amid ongoing tensions between the two countries.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near US-used RAF base●Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by US https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2MmastodonWarTerrorism255 min ago

    British police have arrested five people on terrorism charges after explosives were found near an RAF base used by US forces. The arrests have drawn attention to security around UK military sites hosting American personnel, with the story spreading rapidly across news and social platforms. Authorities have not yet said what the suspected target was or whether the suspects were part of a wider network.

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    Cuban official calls possible US military action an 'atrocious' crimeβ—β€˜Atrocious’ crime: Cuban official decries possibility of US military actionβœ‰newsWorldPolitics1 h ago

    A Cuban official has condemned the possibility of United States military action against Cuba, describing such a step as an 'atrocious' crime. The remarks reflect rising tensions between Havana and Washington, with Cuban authorities warning sharply against any US intervention and denouncing the idea of military force being used against the island.

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    Five Arrested on Terrorism Suspicion Near US-Used UK Air Base●5 Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism Near U.K. Air Base Used by U.S.βœ‰newsWorldDefense1 h ago

    British police have arrested five people on suspicion of terrorism near a United Kingdom air base that is also used by United States forces. The arrests were made close to the base, and counterterrorism officers are handling the investigation. The story is drawing wide attention because it involves security at a facility with American military personnel, raising questions about potential threats to joint operations.

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    GOP lawmaker claims Iran linked to thwarted attack on UK air base●GOP rep believes Iran was involved in thwarted terrorist plan on US air base in the UKβœ‰newsWarTerrorism55 min ago

    A Republican member of Congress says he believes Iran was involved in a terrorist plot against a US air base in the United Kingdom that was thwarted. The claim, reported by The Hill, ties Tehran to an alleged plan that was stopped before it could be carried out. Officials have not confirmed any Iranian role, and the assertion adds to ongoing tensions over Iran-linked security threats to American forces abroad.

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    Explosives Arrests Near RAF Fairford Spark Security Concerns●Explosives Arrests Near UK Airbase Used by US vs. Iran - LIVE Breaking News Coverage (RAF Fairford)β–ΆyoutubeWarTerrorism459.5K55 min ago

    UK authorities have made arrests related to explosives near RAF Fairford, a Gloucestershire airbase used by US forces and reportedly linked to operations involving Iran. Breaking news coverage has drawn large audiences as details remain limited. The story is being followed closely amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran and questions about security at American-occupied bases on British soil.

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    UK Counterterror Police Probe Explosive Arrests Near US Air Base●Explosive-Related Arrests Near Air Base Used by US Being Probed by UK Counterterror Policeβœ‰newsWorld1 h ago

    UK counterterrorism police are investigating arrests related to explosives near an air base in Britain that is used by US forces. The probe has drawn attention because of the base's American connection and the potential security implications. Further details about the suspects, the alleged plot, or the specific base have not been made public, and authorities have not said whether any threat was directed at the installation.

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    Mike Waltz outlines remaining US objectives in Iran war●Mike Waltz on remaining objectives for the U.S. in Iran warβœ‰newsWar59 min ago

    Mike Waltz, the US national security adviser, has spoken about what objectives remain for the United States in its war against Iran. The remarks come as the conflict continues to draw global attention, with observers focused on how far Washington intends to go and what a defined endgame might look like for American forces in the region.

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    Trump says terror suspects plotted major attack on US air base●Terror suspects wanted to do 'big damage' to air base used by US, Trump says https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-milMmastodonWarTerrorism255 min ago

    President Donald Trump says terror suspects arrested over an alleged plot intended to inflict 'big damage' on an air base used by US forces. The claim, reported by Military Times, has drawn attention to security around American military installations and the details of the suspected plan. Authorities have not yet laid out the full evidence publicly.

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    Counter-terrorism operation under way near RAF Fairford●Watch: At the scene of counter-terrorism operation near RAF Fairford https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cxp84gq34n9zo?at_MmastodonWarTerrorism355 min ago

    Police are carrying out a counter-terrorism operation near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, and the BBC has footage from the scene. Details about the nature of the operation, who is involved, and whether anyone has been arrested have not been confirmed. The base, which has hosted US Air Force activity, remains the focus of the ongoing response.

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    Hegseth under fire over military remarks●Hegseth military remarks controversyπŸ¦‹blueskyWorldUS Politics4581 h ago

    US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing criticism over remarks concerning the military, prompting a wave of backlash and debate. Commenters are weighing in on what the comments reveal about his leadership at the Pentagon and the administration's approach to the armed forces, with critics and supporters clashing over the controversy.

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    Tuberville claims US military pilots are furries●Tuberville claims pilots are furriesπŸ¦‹blueskyWorldUS Politics4.1K22 min ago

    US Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama is being widely mocked after repeating the claim that American military pilots are identifying as furries. The claim echoes a broader, unsubstantiated rumor about litter boxes in schools and institutions that has circulated among US conservatives for years. Critics are questioning why a sitting senator would amplify the story, while supporters treat it as satire of wokeness in the armed forces. No evidence has been presented to back the assertion.

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    Cuba deputy foreign minister denounces potential US military action●# Cuba : "On Sunday, Carlos Fernandez de Cossio, the country’s deputy foreign minister, told the US cable television chaMmastodonWorldHuman Rights121 h ago

    Cuba's deputy foreign minister Carlos Fernandez de Cossio said on Sunday that it would be an "atrocious international crime" for the United States to use military force against Cuba. He made the remarks on C-SPAN's Washington Journal programme. The comments come amid heightened tensions between Havana and Washington, with observers debating the prospect of US intervention.

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    Five men arrested over suspicious vans near RAF Fairford●UPDATE β€” Five men arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorism after three vans approached RAF Fairford Gloucestershire𝕏xGBWarTerrorism321 h ago

    Gloucestershire Police arrested five men on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts after three suspicious vans were reported approaching RAF Fairford in the early hours of Sunday, September 27. The Gloucestershire base is used by US forces, and the incident is drawing attention given heightened security concerns around military sites in the UK.

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    US Military disables ad trackers over troop safety fears●US Military disables ad trackers amid concerns over troops' safetyYhnWorldDefense61 h ago

    The US military has disabled advertising trackers across its networks amid warnings they could expose service members' locations and put their safety at risk. The move follows heightened concerns that such data could be exploited by adversaries, with Iran cited as a particular worry. Observers say it highlights how commercial ad technology can create serious security vulnerabilities for armed forces personnel.

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    ICE operations complicate vulnerable Republicans' re-election prospects●ICE operations are making it hard for vulnerable Republicans fighting for their political survivalβœ‰newsWorldImmigration1 h ago

    Intensified US Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations are creating political headaches for vulnerable Republicans heading into elections, according to Politico. Lawmakers in competitive districts are caught between backing the administration's hardline immigration enforcement and responding to constituents alarmed by raids and detentions in their communities. The reporting suggests the operations are becoming a live issue in races where Republicans are fighting for political survival.

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    Civilian Detained After MacDill Air Force Base Perimeter Breach●Unauthorized Civilian Detained After MacDill Perimeter Breachβœ‰newsTechnologyCybersecurity40 min ago

    An unauthorized civilian was taken into custody after breaching the perimeter at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, home to US Central Command and Special Operations Command. The incident is drawing attention to base security procedures, and further details about the individual's identity and motives have not yet been released.

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    The 1966 Palomares Crash: Lost H-Bomb Found After 80 Days●It Took 80 Days to Find It: A US Air Force B-52 Bomber Collided Into a Tanker and Lost a Hydrogen Bomb in the Mediterranean in 1966βœ‰newsWarNuclear54 min ago

    A US Air Force B-52 bomber collided with a KC-135 tanker during mid-air refuelling over Spain in 1966, dropping a hydrogen bomb into the Mediterranean Sea. It took recovery teams 80 days to locate the missing weapon, which was eventually retrieved from the seabed. The incident remains one of the most famous nuclear weapons accidents in history.

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    SpaceX launches classified Space Force mission from California●SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from California, lands booster at seaβœ‰newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    SpaceX launched a classified payload for the US Space Force from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, then landed the Falcon 9 booster on a droneship at sea. Multiple US local news outlets carried the report. The mission's cargo and purpose remain undisclosed, consistent with the military's practice of keeping national security payloads secret.