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A 25-year-old dual British-Iranian national arrested on suspicion of plotting a terror attack targeting a US-operated air base in England was released on bail by UK counter-terrorism authorities.

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Key details of the case:

• The Incident & Location: The investigation centers on a suspected plot directed at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, an airbase utilized by US Air Force operations.

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• The Suspect: The 25-year-old was detained in central London on suspicion of preparing acts of terrorism. Following property searches in London’s Borough of Westminster, Counter Terrorism Policing confirmed he has been released on bail while inquiries proceed.

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• Total Suspects Involved: He is the sixth person arrested in connection with the investigation. Earlier in the week, five other British men in their 20s from London were arrested near the base on suspicion of explosives and terror offenses; all five had previously been released on bail as well.

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• Investigation Findings: Armed officers and bomb disposal units initially triggered local evacuations around the base. Police subsequently confirmed that while no explosives were recovered, investigators found accelerants (gasoline) inside three vans linked to the suspects.

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• State Actor Allegations: British authorities have been investigating potential links to Tehran, while US officials have publicly pointed toward foreign state sponsorship behind the attempted operation. Counter Terrorism Policing noted that the broader investigation remains ongoing.