In brief
A 25‑year‑old UK‑Iranian dual national was detained in Westminster on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts linked to RAF Fairford and has now been released on bail. Two Westminster properties were searched following the arrest. Police had earlier warned of three suspicious vehicles near the Gloucestershire airbase and a major incident was declared, prompting the evacuation of dozens of homes. Five other London men in their twenties were arrested but also released on bail. Investigators continue to probe the circumstances surrounding the events.
A UK‑Iranian dual national arrested on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts in connection with events at RAF Fairford has been released on bail.
The 25‑year‑old was taken into custody in the Westminster area of London on Thursday, and searches of two nearby properties have finished.
Police had earlier warned of three "suspicious vehicles" near the Gloucestershire airbase last weekend; a major incident was declared and dozens of homes were evacuated.
Five other men in their twenties, all UK nationals from London, were also arrested and subsequently released on police bail.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the events is ongoing, police said.
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