Iranian man among two arrested ‘trying to enter UK nuclear naval base’

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20 Mar 2026 • 9:23 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A 34-year-old Iranian man and a 31-year-old woman have been arrested after attempting to enter HM Naval Base Clyde, known as Faslane.
  • Faslane naval base is the location where Britain's nuclear submarines are based.
  • Police Scotland confirmed the arrests, stating the incident took place around 5pm on Thursday, 19 March.
  • The individuals were apprehended in connection with their attempt to gain entry to the facility.
  • Enquiries into the incident are currently ongoing.

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