UK police arrest dual UK-Iranian man in investigation into Fairford air base incident - Reuters

A 27‑year‑old British‑Iranian dual national has been taken into custody by British counter‑terrorism police in connection with an incident at RAF Fairford, a United States‑used air base in Gloucestershire. The arrest was made on Thursday as part of an ongoing investigation into the event.

Police confirmed that the individual was detained under the United Kingdom’s terrorism legislation. The specific nature of the alleged offence has not been disclosed, but authorities indicated that the arrest relates directly to the Fairford incident.

The man holds both British and Iranian citizenship. No further details about his identity or background have been released, and he has not been charged at this stage. The investigation remains active, and police have not indicated whether additional arrests are expected.

RAF Fairford is a strategic airfield that regularly hosts American military aircraft. The incident that prompted the investigation has not been publicly described, and officials have not provided information on any potential threats or damages associated with it. The case will be handled by the national counter‑terrorism unit, which is responsible for assessing and responding to security risks involving terrorism.