US withdraws bombers from RAF Fairford over suspected terrorist plot

WorldPolitics
5 Oct 2026 • 6:05 AM MYT
The Independent
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US withdraws bombers from RAF Fairford over suspected terrorist plot

  • All US Air Force B-1 bombers stationed at RAF Fairford have been withdrawn to the United States following a suspected terrorist threat.
  • A sixth suspect, a dual UK-Iranian national, was arrested for preparing acts of terrorism after five other British citizens were released on bail.
  • Counter-terrorism officers found petrol but no explosive devices in three suspicious vans spotted near the Gloucestershire airbase.
  • Andy Burnham stated there were strong indications of Iranian involvement, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Israel shared intelligence on the plot.
  • US President Donald Trump voiced disappointment over British authorities releasing five of the detained men on bail.

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