UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford incident, police say
Counter-terrorism police released a dual UK-Iranian national on bail after his arrest in Westminster, London. The man was detained on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts following a security incident near RAF Fairford, a US-run military air base. This arrest marked the sixth in connection with the event. Police searched two London properties during the investigation. A second British man, aged 26, was also questioned under caution. Sources disagree on the suspect's age, citing him as either 25 or 27.
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- ✓ A dual UK-Iranian national was arrested in Westminster, London, on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts.
- ✓ The arrest is linked to a security incident at RAF Fairford.
- ✓ Counter-terrorism police searched two properties in London.
- ✓ The suspect was released on bail.
What changed
The suspect has been released on bail following his arrest in Westminster.
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Dual UK-Iranian National Released on Bail After RAF Fairford Arrest
Counter-terrorism police released a dual UK-Iranian national on bail after his arrest in Westminster, London. The man was detained on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts following a security incident near RAF Fairford, a US-run military air base. This arrest marked the sixth in connection with the event. Police searched two London properties during the investigation. A second British man, aged 26, was also questioned under caution. Sources disagree on the suspect's age, citing him as either 25 or 27.
Why it matters
The incident involves a military installation used by United States forces in England. Mullin stated the US was aware Iran would attempt to attack American assets within the UK.
What is confirmed
- A dual UK-Iranian national was arrested in Westminster, London, on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts.
- The arrest is linked to a security incident at RAF Fairford.
- Counter-terrorism police searched two properties in London.
- The suspect was released on bail.
- The arrest was the sixth made in connection with the incident.
Still unconfirmed
- The suspect is 27 years old.
- The suspect is 25 years old.
- A 26-year-old British man was questioned under caution.
What to watch next
- Police identification of the specific nature of the security incident at RAF Fairford.
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- The New York Times — UK-Iranian Man Arrested in Connection to RAF Fairford Air Base Incident
- ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — Mullin says US 'knew' Iran would try to attack American assets in UK
- www.dailymail.com — Dual UK-Iranian national is arrested by counter terror police over RAF Fairford 'bomb plot': Officers search two London properties
- www.bbc.com — UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford released on bail
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- www.abc.net.au — Counter-terrorism police arrest dual UK-Iranian national over British air base incident - ABC News
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