A farmer in Gloucestershire spotted five men in balaclavas near RAF Fairford and alerted authorities, leading to their arrest on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The men, all British nationals in their 20s from London, were detained in Whelford early on Sunday. Counter Terrorism Police confirmed the suspects were linked to a plot involving explosives, though details remain limited.
The RAF base, used by US military for bombing missions against Iran, has been a focal point of counter-terrorism efforts. Authorities have not yet confirmed a direct link to Iran, though investigations are ongoing. A local farmer described seeing more than five men at the scene, raising concerns about the scale of the alleged plot.
The incident highlights heightened security measures around the base, which has been active in air strikes against Iran. Police have not ruled out the possibility of more suspects being involved. The farmer’s quick action is being praised, though officials admit they have only a partial understanding of the full scope of the plot.
No further details have been released about the nature of the explosives or the exact timeline of the alleged plan. Investigations continue as authorities assess the threat level and potential links to international terrorism.
