U.K. charges 2 men linked to alleged terror plot against air base
Two men arrested in connection with the alleged Iran-linked terror plot targeting RAF Fairford in England have been charged with national security offenses.
Two British men, aged 24, have been charged with serious security offenses in the U.K. following their arrest in connection with a plot targeting RAF Fairford, a former U.S. military base. The charges, under the 2023 National Security Act, include assisting a foreign intelligence service and engaging in conduct that could materially assist such a service in carrying out UK-related activities.
The other suspect, Nouman Essghir, was charged with approaching a prohibited place for a purpose prejudicial to the UK's safety or interests. Initial investigations began on September 27 when five men were detained near the base, all later released on bail. The men remain under investigation and are being monitored. Iran has denied any involvement, stating that any bases used to attack them would be legitimate targets.
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