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UK Arrests Dual National in Connection with Security Incident Near Airbase

UK Arrests Dual National in Connection with Security Incident Near Airbase
The Epoch Times

A British Iranian dual national has been arrested in connection with a security incident near an airbase in England, with authorities investigating possible foreign state involvement.

What happened

A 25-year-old British Iranian dual national has been arrested in connection with a security incident near the Royal Air Force base in Fairford, England. The arrest was made on suspicion of preparing to commit terrorist acts. The incident occurred on September 27, and authorities have been investigating the matter since then.

The Royal Air Force base in Fairford hosts U.S. Air Force elements and is a key location for U.S. bombers. The UK's Counter Terrorism Policing has confirmed searches at two properties in connection with the ongoing investigation. Initially, five men were arrested in connection with the incident but were later released on police bail.

Iranian officials have denied any involvement in the security incident. The Iranian Foreign Minister described recent comments by the British Prime Minister as

Sources

The Epoch Times

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