UK-Iran national arrested under Terrorism Act over RAF Fairford incident

Counter-terrorism police have arrested a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian national in Westminster on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts under the Terrorism Act 2006. This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into a suspected plot near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. A second UK national, aged 26, has been questioned under caution. Previously, five men were arrested near the base in connection with suspicious vans but were released on police bail. Investigators are exploring all angles, including potential foreign state involvement, with an Iranian link considered increasingly likely. Searches of two properties in Westminster have been conducted. The Iranian embassy has denied any involvement.

Counter Terrorism police in the UK have arrested a 27-year-old dual UK/Iranian national in London on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts. This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into a security incident that occurred on Sunday near the Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford in southwest England. A second individual, a 26-year-old UK national, was also questioned under caution. Previously, five men in their 20s were arrested in connection with the incident on suspicion of explosives offences and terrorism but have since been released on bail. Police have stated the investigation is complex and are considering all angles, including possible foreign state involvement. While no explosives were found, a quantity of petrol was retrieved from vehicles parked near the base.