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Iran Responds to British Airbase Incident
The Iranian authorities categorically denied any involvement in the events near the British "Fairford" Air Force Base, which is used by American bombers in the war against Iran. In a statement, they affirmed that the rumors circulated by British media regarding the detention of five British men a few kilometers from the base with the intent to carry out an attack are false and biased against Iran. The authorities also stated that they will take the appropriate legal actions if necessary. The statement clarified that the British police arrested the men, who are aged between 23 and 25 years old, near the base. Investigations revealed the existence of "multiple investigative tracks," but no details about the detainees or the evidence found were disclosed. However, aerial footage showed a robot being dismantled for bomb disposal and movements by officials following the sound of two controlled explosions. The British Defense Secretary also expressed that he does not wish to speculate about who might be behind the incident. Previously, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard had stated that American bombers at Fairford pose a threat, warning Britain against using its bases for aggressive operations against Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the arrests as a "remarkable operation," confirming that cooperation with Britain led to the apprehension of those planning significant harm to the American military base. Britain has not issued any statement regarding his comment.
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