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Five Arrested on Suspicion of Explosive and Terrorism Offenses Near RAF Fairford

Police arrested five men on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offenses following a major incident declaration near RAF Fairford. The arrests occurred in the west of England.

09/29/2026 · District of Columbia edition

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Law enforcement officials arrested five men on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offenses after declaring a major incident near the Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford base. The arrests took place in the west of England.

Authorities have not released the identities of the individuals arrested. Investigators have not provided details regarding the specific nature of the alleged explosive or terrorism offenses.

RAF Fairford, located in Gloucestershire, operates as a United States Air Force (USAF) base, primarily used by the Air Mobility Command. The base periodically hosts various military exercises and aircraft deployments.

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