- Police evacuated homes near RAF Fairford in England
- The area is near a US air base used during the war with Iran
Updated 2 min 13 sec ago
September 27, 2026 13:04
LONDON: Police have evacuated homes near a US air base in England and detained several men on suspicion of explosives‑related offences.
Gloucestershire Police said a number of properties are being cleared in Whelford, western England, close to RAF Fairford—a base utilized by American forces during the Iran conflict.
Officers report that several individuals have been arrested under the Explosives Act, while army bomb‑disposal teams are inspecting multiple vehicles.
