Iran drone plot fears led US to remove bombers from UK base, US officials say
WASHINGTON, Oct 6 (Reuters) - A suspected plot involving Iran to launch a complex drone attack on a key British airbase led the United States to remove its B-1 bomber aircraft from the base, two US officials told Reuters on Tuesday, speaking on condition of anonymity. Iran has denied any involvement in any alleged plot at RAF Fairford, the preferred European base for US bombers. British police…
The United States removed its B-1 bomber aircraft from a key British airbase due to a suspected plot involving Iran to launch a complex drone attack. According to two US officials, the base in question is RAF Fairford, which serves as the preferred European base for US bombers.
Iran has denied any involvement in the alleged plot. As part of their investigation, British police arrested a 22-year-old British man in London on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts.
A spokesperson for the US military's European Command declined to comment on the matter, citing the inappropriateness of discussing intelligence and force protection measures. The spokesperson did emphasize the capabilities of US bombers, including the B-1, to deliver precision global strike capabilities.
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