Security incident at US-run air base almost certainly directed by Iran, UK prime minister says
- On Monday, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham told MPs that the security incident at RAF Fairford last month was "highly likely to have been coordinated in Iran, almost certainly directed by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard."
- Five British citizens in their 20s were arrested near the Gloucestershire airbase over explosives and terrorism offences before being released on bail during the ongoing investigation.
- Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband summoned the Iranian ambassador, stating "We will not tolerate these threats on our soil," while the government announced plans for further sanctions against the IRGC.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi denied the allegations, writing on social media that Britain was "barking up the wrong tree" and that releasing suspects "really says it all."
- The Air Force recently redeployed its bombers from RAF Fairford back to the United States following renewed security concerns, with Burnham noting close coordination with the US regarding shared base protection.
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Incident at British military base was 'almost certainly directed by Iran's Revolutionary Guards,' Burnham says
Iran 'Almost Certainly' Behind Air Base Incident: Burnham
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Monday that a security incident at a US-run military air base in England was "almost certain" directed by Iran's Revolutionary Guard. Burnham previously said there are strong indications Iran was linked to the apparent plan last month to attack the RAF Fairford air base,...
Incident at British military base was "almost certainly directed by Iran's Revolutionary Guard," Burnham says.
U.K. PM Burnham: Iran's IRGC likely behind RAF Fairford incident
Andy Burnham said the suspected plot targeting the British air base was 'highly likely' to have been coordinated in Iran. Tehran denied involvement, calling the allegations 'unfounded and malicious speculations'
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