Trump criticizes UK for releasing suspects detained near Fairford base

Former US President Donald Trump has criticized British authorities for releasing five Britons who were detained near Fairford Air Base on suspicion of involvement in terrorism-related offenses.

Trump expressed surprise at the decision, stating he would not have approved the suspects' release and noting that both US and UK authorities possess extensive information about them.

Amid the ongoing investigation, the head of the UK Counter Terrorism Police said that a possible Iranian connection remains under consideration, though he did not directly name Iran in official statements.

Meanwhile, the Iranian Embassy in London has categorically denied any involvement, describing speculation about Tehran's role as "malicious and unfounded."