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UK: Iran 'highly likely' to be behind RAF Fairford incident

2026-10-12T19:02:00.000Z

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  • Prime Minister Andy Burnham told parliament there were "strong indications" of Iranian involvement.
  • The government summoned Iran's ambassador.
  • The scare at RAF Fairford led to the withdrawal of USAF B-1 heavy bombers.
Old Parliament of India or Sansad Bhawan in New Delhi
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Places: United Kingdom, Iran

Institutions: Parliament

Topics: Parliament

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  1. DW · World — UK: Iran 'highly likely' to be behind RAF Fairford incident