What we know about RAF Fairford counter-terror probe
Five men were arrested near Whelford, a village around two miles (3.2km) south-east of the base.
Five men have been arrested on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences near RAF Fairford, in Gloucestershire, England. The incident occurred on Sunday morning when Gloucestershire Police received a call about three suspicious vehicles approaching the airbase. Three vans were spotted and a huge operation ensued, with the area placed under a 400m cordon.
Five UK nationals in their 20s were arrested, all living in London, and are being investigated by Counter Terrorism Policing. The investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances and motivation behind the incident.
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