Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:19am on 05 Oct 2026,Monday International
The Pentagon confirmed that all US B-1 bombers deployed to RAF Fairford have returned to their home stations in the United States, days after a suspicious incident near the UK airbase forced 85 homes to evacuate. Police were called after a farmer reported three vans blocking a road and masked men fleeing. The vans appeared to contain barrels, with one carrying a fake diesel delivery company logo and phone number. Investigators found no explosives but recovered petrol. Five London-based British men in their mid-20s were arrested and later released on bail, prompting criticism from US President Donald Trump. Secretary of State Marco Rubio alleged foreign involvement, while Iran denied speculation. Security had reportedly been heightened around the base. (PC: X)
