UK counterterrorism police: Fairford suspects are British nationals
Five British men are under investigation for terrorism and explosives offenses after being detained near RAF Fairford, police say.
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AIUK counterterrorism police announced on Monday that all suspects arrested near RAF Fairford in western England are British nationals.
Police questioned five men after detaining them in the early hours of Sunday, following a report of three large white trucks heading toward the Royal Air Force base.
Authorities said the investigation centers on suspected offenses related to explosives and terrorism.
RAF Fairford has recently been used by the United States to launch airstrikes against Iran.