- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Israel warned the UK about an Iranian-sponsored attack ahead of a recent security incident at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire.
- Speaking to US broadcaster Fox News, Benjamin Netanyahu described the UK's political response as absurd, criticising the British government for imposing sanctions against Israel shortly after receiving the intelligence.
- The diplomatic row follows sanctions introduced by the UK last month in response to the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
- Five British nationals in their mid-20s were arrested near the RAF Fairford military base on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offences before being released on bail under investigation.
- Andy Burnham confirmed there were strong indications Iran played a role in the incident at the base, which has been used by US bombers for defensive strikes during the Middle East conflict.
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