# UK: Police arrest 5 on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act

https://mins.news/en/item/76125

- France 24, 2026-09-27 14:55 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/uk-police-arrest-5-on-suspicion-of-preparing-a-terrorist-act

> British police evacuated homes near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire while army bomb disposal experts examined several vehicles. Five men were arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act and offences under the Explosives Act. Authorities said the major incident was contained, and US Air Force personnel at the base were told to remain vigilant.

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