UK-Iranian national arrested over RAF Fairford incident

A UK-Iranian dual national, 27 years old, has been arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts following an incident at RAF Fairford, according to counter-terror police. This came after five men in their twenties, all UK nationals from London, were initially arrested near the airbase on Sunday, the police revealed. The 27-year-old was apprehended in Westminster, London.

Two properties in the area were subsequently searched. Despite five suspects being released on bail, the investigation remains ongoing, said Vicki Evans, the police's senior national coordinator. The investigation, described as "hugely complex," is examining all possible angles, including potential foreign state involvement, the police added.

The initial arrests followed reports of three suspicious vehicles heading towards the base, triggering a significant security incident around the Gloucestershire base used by the US Air Force. During searches, a quantity of petrol was found, but no explosive devices. The two men arrested initially were released on Monday, with police stating their decisions were based on experience and strategy.