Five arrested near UK base used by US in strikes on Iran
Five men have been arrested near a UK military base used by the US for strikes on Iranian targets on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. Police have cordoned off the area and are investigating the contents of three vans found at the site.
Why it matters
The incident highlights potential security risks to military infrastructure involved in sensitive international geopolitical conflicts.
Listen 3 m 30 s The area has been blocked off to traffic and residents have been evacuated. ( Reuters: Toby Shepheard )
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