Iran summons UK envoy after PM Burnham hints Tehran link in Fairford 'terror plot'
Iran's foreign ministry expressed its discontent by summoning the British ambassador, following remarks made by UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham about Tehran's alleged role in a recent incident at RAF Fairford. Iranian officials rebuffed these claims, suggesting they shifted focus from British military operations against Iran, particularly the US usage of UK bases. Meanwhile, five British men were…
British police have arrested a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian national in London on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts. The arrest is part of an investigation into a security incident at RAF Fairford, a US-run air base in Gloucestershire.
According to Counter Terrorism Policing, the suspect was arrested on Thursday, while five other men initially detained were later released without charge on bail. A second UK national, aged 26, was also questioned under caution as part of the investigation.
The incident at RAF Fairford triggered a significant police response and raised concerns among Western allies. The UK's Prime Minister had suggested that there were strong indications of Iranian involvement, but Iran's embassy in London has categorically denied any involvement. The investigation is ongoing, with police exploring multiple lines of enquiry, including possible foreign state involvement.
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