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US removes all bombers from RAF Fairford following security incident
Overview
The United States has withdrawn all of its bombers from RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire back to home stations in America. The withdrawal follows a major security incident on 27 September, during which counter-terrorism police investigated suspicious vehicles near the airbase and arrested six men who have since been released on police bail.
Key points
- The US has removed all bombers from RAF Fairford and returned them to home stations in the US.
- The withdrawal follows a 27 September incident involving suspicious vehicles near the airbase.
- Six men have been arrested in connection with the investigation and subsequently released on police bail.
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated there were strong indications of Iranian involvement, though Tehran has denied this.