WorldBritish police arrest UK-Iranian national over airbase incident

UK counterterrorism police arrested a 27-year-old dual British-Iranian national in London on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts linked to an alleged security incident near RAF Fairford. A 26-year-old British man was questioned under caution, while five others arrested earlier have been bailed. Police say the complex investigation is pursuing multiple leads, including possible foreign-state involvement. Iran denies any role.

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