'Quantity of petrol' but no homemade bombs found in vans near RAF base – police
Police have confirmed that a quantity of petrol was recovered in the vans that sparked a security alert near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, but no homemade bombs were found. Five men, all UK nationals, were arrested on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offenses, but were later released on police bail. They remain under investigation and must adhere to strict conditions.
The evacuation of dozens of villagers living near the RAF base was completed on Tuesday. Police cordons near the base are expected to be fully lifted on Wednesday. The incident has raised concerns, particularly due to international speculation about potential Iranian involvement, though the UK embassy has denied any such involvement.
The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested the plot involved a foreign actor, but did not provide further details.
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