The US Air Force has withdrawn all its bombers from a British air base following concerns over a suspected terror plot linked to Iran. The move comes after intelligence reports suggested a complex drone attack targeting the base.
The bombers, stationed at RAF Fairford, were recently used in US strikes against Iran. The base, a key European hub for US bombers, has now been vacated as a precaution. Intelligence officials have linked the threat to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, who previously identified the base as a legitimate target.
Six men were arrested in the UK last week on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts against the base. The arrests followed intelligence assessments that the plot could involve drone technology. US President Donald Trump has vowed that those responsible will face consequences.
The situation follows heightened tensions between the US and Iran, with recent military actions and diplomatic clashes. RAF Fairford has been a strategic location for US military operations in Europe, and its temporary closure underscores growing security concerns.
This is not the first time the base has been targeted by alleged Iranian-backed groups. Past incidents have raised questions about the vulnerability of UK military installations to foreign threats. The UK government has not yet issued a formal statement on the matter, but security measures are reportedly being reviewed.
