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RAF Fairford suspects to be released on bail, head of counter-terror police says
Police said the men remain under investigation and face strict bail conditions after arrests tied to suspected explosives and a possible bomb plot.
- Five men arrested over a suspected bomb plot near RAF Fairford were released on police bail yesterday, the Metropolitan Police confirmed during a press conference in London.
- Counter Terrorism Policing spearheaded the investigation after three white vans were spotted near the RAF base on Sunday, prompting authorities to detain the suspects on suspicion of terrorism and explosive offences.
- Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor told reporters at New Scotland Yard that the five men are all British nationals from London in their 20s. He emphasized, "They absolutely remain under investigation as we explore multiple lines of inquiry."
- Released on bail, the suspects face stringent conditions restricting their movement and contact with others as the inquiry continues. Taylor stressed the release "does not mean that the investigation is over."
- Counter Terrorism Policing continues exploring multiple lines of inquiry, including possible links to Iran, Russia, or non-state militant groups. The men can be held for up to 14 days before charges or release.
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Terror suspects released after UK air base arrests, as Iran denies role
Police said the release of the five British nationals on bail “does not mean that the investigation is over” after they were arrested near the base used by American aircraft to strike Iran.
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