‘Terror’ incident near RAF base used for Iran war: What we know | Military News | Al Jazeera

On the morning of September 27, 2026, at least five men were arrested near RAF Fairford in southern England on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The police detained the group after reports of three suspicious vehicles heading toward the base, with footage showing a bomb disposal robot around the vehicles. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that the government would take all necessary steps to protect the public. RAF Fairford, used by the US Air Force, has been involved in operations related to the Iran conflict, including attacks with B-1 and B-2 bombers.