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The U.S. Department of War has redeployed B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford in England back to the United States following a security investigation. The move follows the arrest of six individuals, including a dual British-Iranian national, near the base.
Why it matters
The incident highlights heightened security concerns at military installations amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
US Bomber / Fairford / Photo by Matthew Horwood/Getty Images The Department of War confirmed Sunday that U.S. Air Force bombers were pulled out of RAF Fairford in England as authorities continue to investigate a suspected terror plot targeting the base.
Six people were arrested in connection with the security incident near the base on Sept. 27, including a dual British-Iranian national suspected of preparing terrorist acts.
“U.S. Air Force bombers routinely operate around the world to support global force readiness and operational requirements,” a department official told Fox News Digital.
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