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- 1U.K. Investigates Possible Iran Link to Terror Plot at U.S. BaseโU.K. Probes Possible Iran Link to Suspected Terror Plot at Base Hosting U.S. Forces https://www.wsj.com/world/u-k-probes
British authorities are investigating a suspected terror plot targeting a U.K. military base that hosts U.S. forces, and are examining whether Iran may have been connected to it. The probe, reported by the Wall Street Journal, is drawing attention amid already heightened tensions between Western governments and Tehran. Details about suspects and the alleged plot have not been disclosed.
- 2Counter-terror police probe suspected Iran-linked bomb plot at RAF baseโผCounter-terror police investigate Iran link over suspected bomb plot at RAF base used by US
Counter-terror police are investigating a suspected bomb plot at a UK RAF base that is used by US forces, with officers examining a possible Iran connection. The Guardian reported the investigation, which comes amid heightened concern in Britain about Iranian-linked security threats. Further details about suspects, targets or the stage of the alleged plot have not yet been made public.
- 3UK Police Arrest Five Men Near US Air Baseโโก NEWS UK Arrests Five Terror Suspects Near US Air Base UK police arrested five men and seized suspected explosives near
UK counterterrorism police have arrested five men and seized suspected explosives near a US Air Force base in England. Investigators are working to establish the men's intentions and are examining possible links to Iran, which has denied any involvement. The arrests, carried out by counterterror units, are expected to prompt questions about security around American military sites in Britain.
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The US military has rejected Iranian claims that Tehran controls the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway through which a large share of the world's oil passes. US officials maintain the strait remains an international passage that American forces are positioned to keep open. The dispute adds to rising tensions between Washington and Tehran, with analysts warning that any closure attempt would have global energy and shipping consequences.
- 5Five Arrested in UK Terrorism Probe Linked to RAF Base and Iranโโก NEWS Five Arrested in UK Terrorism Probe Linked to RAF Base and Potential Iranian Involvement UK counter-terrorism pol
UK counter-terrorism police have arrested five men after explosives consistent with improvised explosive devices were found in three vans near an RAF base used by US forces. The investigation is examining potential Iranian involvement in the plot. The arrests have raised concerns about security at military sites and foreign state links to terrorism on British soil.
- 6Police probe Iran link to plot against UK base used by US forcesโผPolice probe Iran link to terror plot against RAF base shared with U.S. military
British police are investigating a suspected terror plot targeting an RAF base in the UK that is also used by United States military personnel, and are examining a possible Iranian connection. The alleged plot against the jointly operated installation has raised security concerns given the base's strategic role in UK-US defence cooperation.
- 7RAF base linked to US strikes on Iranian missile sitesโผRAF base at centre of counter-terror operation is used by US planes to hit Iranian missile sites
A Royal Air Force base in the UK, reportedly the focus of a counter-terrorism operation, is also being used by American aircraft conducting strikes against Iranian missile sites. The dual role of the base has drawn attention to the extent of US military activity from British soil amid heightened tensions with Iran and ongoing security concerns at home.
- 8UK police investigate Iran-linked plot against air force baseโUK police probe Iran-linked terror plot to attack air force base
British police are investigating an alleged Iran-linked terrorist plot targeting an air force base in the UK. Details about suspects, the base involved, or the stage of any planned attack have not yet been made public. The investigation adds to ongoing concerns in Britain about Iranian-directed activity on UK soil and is likely to draw scrutiny of UK-Iran relations as more information emerges.
- 9Iran seizes advanced US military underwater vehicleโผIran seizes 'advanced US military underwater vehicle'
Iran says it has seized an advanced US military underwater vehicle, according to reports carried by US media. The incident involves an unmanned underwater drone, a type of vessel the US Navy uses for surveillance and mapping in international waters. The seizure adds to a series of provocations and encounters between Iranian forces and the US military in the region, raising tensions amid ongoing disputes over shipping and security in the Gulf.
- 10UK Police Declare Major Incident at Air Base Used by USโUK police declare major incident at air base used by US Several men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences, U
British police declared a major incident after arresting several men on suspicion of explosives offences following a security scare at an air base in south-west England that has been used by the US Air Force. The arrest operation prompted a large security response, and the base's link to American forces has drawn wider attention given heightened tensions in the Middle East.
- 11Counter-terrorism police probe possible Iran link to RAF Fairford plotโผCounter-terrorism police investigating if RAF Fairford plot is linked to Iran | ITV News
Counter-terrorism police are investigating an alleged plot at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire and are examining whether it is linked to Iran, according to ITV News. The airbase, used by US forces, is at the centre of the inquiry, and officers are working to establish any Iranian connection. Details about suspects or a possible motive have not yet been made public.
- 12UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford incidentโUK-Iranian dual national arrested in London over RAF Fairford incident, counter-terror police say
Counter-terror police say a UK-Iranian dual national has been arrested in London in connection with an incident at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. The base is used by US forces, and the arrest has drawn wide attention amid heightened scrutiny of security incidents involving Iranian nationals and Western military sites.
- 13UK terror police investigate plot to bomb US airbaseโTerror police probe plot to bomb UK base used by US forces to strike Iran
British counter-terrorism police are investigating an alleged plot to bomb a UK military base used by US forces to launch strikes on Iran. The base is reportedly among the American installations used during recent operations against Iranian targets. Details about suspects or arrests have not been confirmed, and the investigation is ongoing.
- 14Baloch Liberation Army ambush kills seven soldiers in Nok-KundiโBLA Ambush Pakistan Security Convoy Kills 7 Soliders In Balochistan's Nok-Kundi | Watch
The Baloch Liberation Army ambushed a Pakistani security forces convoy in Nok-Kundi, a remote town in Balochistan near the Iranian border, killing seven soldiers. The attack underscores the worsening insurgency in the province, where militant groups have intensified assaults on security convoys and infrastructure, prompting Pakistani forces to step up operations in the border region.
- 15UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford released on bailโUK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford released on bail https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6d095ygggv1o?a
A UK-Iranian dual national arrested in connection with an incident at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire has been released on bail, the BBC reports. The airbase, used by US forces, prompted a significant police response at the time of the arrest. The case is drawing attention given ongoing tensions involving Iran and the sensitivity of security at UK military sites used by American personnel.
- 16Dual UK-Iranian national arrested over RAF Fairford incidentโBREAKING: A dual UK-Iranian national has been arrested over the RAF Fairford incident Police have questioned a second ma
Police have arrested a dual UK-Iranian national in connection with an incident at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. A second man, a 26-year-old UK national, has also been questioned under caution. The base is used by US Air Force operations, and the arrest raises questions about security at the site and the nature of the alleged breach.
- 17British-Iranian Dual National Held Over RAF Fairford BreachโผBritish-Iranian Dual National Arrested Under Terrorism Act Over RAF Fairford Security Breach
A British-Iranian dual national has been arrested under the Terrorism Act in connection with a security breach at RAF Fairford, a key RAF base in Gloucestershire frequently used by US forces. The arrest was reported by the news outlet IranWire. Details about the individual's identity, the nature of the breach, and any charges have not yet been made public.
- 18US Military Exits Iraq, Leaving a Nation in PerilโThe U.S. Military Exits Iraq, Leaving Behind a Nation in Peril
The United States is ending its military presence in Iraq, according to a Wall Street Journal report warning that the withdrawal leaves the country facing serious security risks. The departure closes a chapter that began with the 2003 invasion and years of operations against extremist groups. Commentators are debating whether Iraq's government and security forces can hold the country together without American support, amid concerns over Iranian influence and renewed instability.
- 19UK says Iran involved in RAF Fairford incidentโUK believes Iran involved in RAF Fairford incident, PM says https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjwyz59k5y75o?at_medium=
The UK government believes Iran was involved in an incident at RAF Fairford, the Prime Minister has said. The Gloucestershire airbase hosts US forces and has been used for bomber deployments, making any foreign involvement there a serious national security concern. Details of the alleged involvement and any response have not yet been made clear, and officials have not disclosed what exactly happened at the base.
- 20UK-Iran national held over alleged RAF Fairford bomb plot bailedโUK-Iran national arrested over alleged bomb plot at RAF Fairford released on bail
A UK-Iranian national arrested on suspicion of plotting a bomb attack at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire has been released on bail, according to a Guardian report. The airbase is used by US forces, and the arrest has drawn attention to security at UK military sites. Police have not named the suspect, and inquiries are understood to be ongoing.
- 21UK-Iran national arrested under Terrorism Act after RAF Fairford incidentโผUK-Iran national arrested under Terrorism Act over RAF Fairford incident https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/oct/01
A British-Iranian national has been arrested under the Terrorism Act in connection with an incident at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, the Guardian reports. The base, used by US forces, has been the site of past protest activity, and the arrest is drawing attention amid heightened scrutiny of UK-Iran relations and security at military sites.
- 22UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford incidentโUK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford incident, police say https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmdx5xw3649
Police have arrested a UK-Iranian dual national in connection with an incident at RAF Fairford, a Royal Air Force base in Gloucestershire. Details of the alleged incident and the suspect's identity have not been released. The arrest is drawing attention given the base's military role and ongoing sensitivities around UK-Iran relations.
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Analysis is examining what Iraq looks like after the departure of US military forces and what the withdrawal means for the country and its neighbors. Key questions include Iraq's security stability, the strength of ISIS remnants, Iranian influence filling the vacuum, and how regional powers such as Iran, Turkey and Gulf states will adjust to a reduced American military footprint in the country.
- 24U.K.-Iranian Man Arrested Over RAF Fairford IncidentโผU.K.-Iranian Man Arrested in Connection to RAF Fairford Air Base Incident https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/01/world/europ
British police have arrested a U.K.-Iranian man in connection with an incident at RAF Fairford, a Royal Air Force base in Gloucestershire used by U.S. forces. The case is being treated as terrorism-related, and the arrest comes amid heightened concern in Britain over security threats linked to Iran. Details of the alleged incident and the man's identity have not been disclosed.
- 25Amnesty details 2022 protest killings in Iran's Kurdish areasโ'They shot on sight': Amnesty details 2022 protest killings in Kurdish areas
Amnesty International has released findings that Iranian security forces shot protesters on sight during the 2022 unrest in Kurdish areas of Iran, killing numerous people. The rights group documented fatal shootings of demonstrators, including during the protests that followed Mahsa Amini's death. The report renews scrutiny of Iran's crackdown and calls for accountability.
- 26UK Alleges Iran Linked to RAF Base Plotโผโก NEWS UK Alleges Iran Linked to RAF Base Plot The UK government, represented by Andy Burnham, claims it has strong indi
The UK government says it has strong indications that Iran was involved in an alleged security incident at a Royal Air Force base used by US forces. Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham was cited in connection with the claim. Iranian officials have issued an angry denial of the allegations, and tensions between London and Tehran are escalating over the incident.
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Iranian security forces have broken up what officials describe as a terrorist cell in Zahedan, the capital of Sistan-Baluchestan province near the Pakistan border, with clashes reported in the city. The operation reportedly involved exchanges of fire and the dismantling of an armed group operating in the area. Authorities in Iran frequently announce such counterterrorism actions in the restive southeastern province, where armed groups have long been active, and the news is drawing attention across the region.
- 28UK arrests British-Iranian man over alleged RAF plotโUK arrests British-Iranian suspect over RAF โplotโ: What we know
British police have arrested a British-Iranian suspect over an alleged plot linked to a Royal Air Force base in the UK. Authorities have released few details about the suspect or the alleged plans, and the story is developing. Outlets are compiling what is known so far, and the case is drawing attention given tensions between the UK and Iran.
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Iranian security forces have arrested Sardar Ramin in the city of Naqadeh, in Iran's West Azerbaijan province, according to a human rights organization reporting on detentions in the region. No details have been released about the reasons for the arrest, the charges, or where he is being held. Human rights groups continue to document detentions of individuals in Kurdish areas of Iran, where arrests by security agencies are frequently reported.
- 30Police probe alleged Iranian bomb plot against RAF Fairfordโ๐ด BREAKING Alleged Iranian Bomb Plot Against RAF Fairford British police identified a potential Iranian bomb plot target
British police have identified an alleged Iranian bomb plot targeting RAF Fairford, a UK military base in Gloucestershire used by US forces. The alert reportedly escalated from a routine police warning into a serious national security matter. Details remain limited while the investigation continues, and the story is drawing attention because of the base's strategic role hosting American aircraft.
- 31U.S. withdraws forces in Iraq as Iran's influence growsโผU.S. withdraws forces in Iraq as balance of power shifts to Iran
The United States is withdrawing its forces from Iraq, a move that analysts say marks a significant shift in the regional balance of power toward Iran. The drawdown reduces America's military footprint in a country where Iranian-aligned factions hold considerable sway, raising questions about security in Iraq and the wider Middle East going forward.
- 32U.S. forces withdraw from remaining bases in IraqโU.S. forces are withdrawing from their remaining bases in Iraq, raising fears they will leave behind a security vacuum a
The United States is pulling its forces out of the last bases it holds in Iraq. Observers warn the withdrawal could leave a security vacuum and further embolden Iranian-backed Shi'ite militias in the country. The move marks the end of a long American military presence and is raising questions about Iraq's stability going forward.
- 33Netanyahu warns Iran may attack Israel before electionโNetanyahu says there is intelligence that Iran may attack Israel ahead of the election. Speaking at Tel Nof Air Force Ba
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said intelligence points to possible Iranian action against Israel ahead of the country's election. Speaking at Tel Nof Air Force Base, he said there are "signs" that Israel's enemies may try to attack before the vote, framing the threat as a reason for heightened vigilance during the campaign period.
- 34Police probe alleged bomb plot at RAF FairfordโWhat we know about RAF Fairford โbomb plotโ https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/29/what-we-know-about-raf-
UK police are investigating what reports describe as a potential Iranian-directed bomb plot targeting RAF Fairford, a British airbase in Gloucestershire used by US forces. The story, picked up by Al Jazeera, began with a police alert and has since raised questions about security at bases hosting American personnel. Details about suspects and the alleged plan remain limited as the investigation continues.