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UK Links Iran's Revolutionary Guard to Plot Targeting Air Base
British Prime Minister stated that Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) likely coordinated and directed a suspected plot targeting Fairford Air Base. Five men were arrested near the base on September 27th on terrorism charges, though later released on bail. Iran has denied involvement and demanded evidence.
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What happened
- 01British Prime Minister believes Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps likely directed a plot targeting Fairford Air Base.
- 02Five men were arrested near the base on September 27th on terrorism charges but were later released on bail.
- 03Iran denies any involvement in the incident and has requested evidence from the UK.
- 04The UK and approximately 30 allied nations condemned Iran's use of violent attacks and pledged sanctions.
- 05Two Iranian nationals were sanctioned by the UK for alleged roles in intelligence and criminal networks.
- 06The incident follows years of UK accusations against Iran for similar plots using proxies.
The UK and allies condemned Iran's use of violent attacks and pledged sanctions against individuals involved in the IRGC.
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