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Five men arrested near UK air base used in US Iran operations
Original: 5 men arrested near UK air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
British police have arrested five men near a UK air base that has been used by US forces in the Iran conflict, on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The arrests follow heightened security concerns around facilities involved in American military operations. Details about the men or the alleged plot have not been released, and the investigation is ongoing.
Why now: It comes amid heightened tensions after the US used UK bases in its war with Iran, raising fears of retaliation plots.
United KingdomUnited States militaryRoyal Air Force
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- 5 men arrested near UK air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act · AP News
- 5 men arrested near UK air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act · The Journal Gazette
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