Unnamed Whelford farmer

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Five men released on bail after suspected plot at RAF Fairford

Unidentified in press; returned home after evacuation

A farmer driving home through rural Gloucestershire early Sunday found three white vans blocking the road near RAF Fairford, the base American bombers use to strike Iran. She called police at 1:36 am and warned neighbours on WhatsApp. Armed officers detained five men about 300 metres from the perimeter fence.

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