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A B‑1B Lancer bomber is seen at the RAF Fairford airbase, which hosts US Air Force personnel, in Gloucestershire, Britain, in September. Photo: Reuters
Britain

UK rearrests duo on suspicion of aiding Iran in alleged plot at US-run airbase

The 24-year-old British national and a 25-year-old dual UK-Iranian national were arrested under the National Security Act.

Crime

Police probe wave of hoax bomb threats targeting schools across Europe

Islamic militancy

US Supreme Court rejects bid by accused 9/11 mastermind to revive plea deal

Pakistan

Political infighting threatens to derail Pakistan’s counterterrorism push

Federal intervention in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has inflamed tensions amid rising militant violence.

Security officials patrol a road in Bara, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, on Wednesday, a day after clashes with supporters of the PTI party. Photo: EPA
Traffic resumes on reopened roads following the removal of security barricades and shipping containers in Peshawar, Pakistan, on Tuesday. Photo: EPA
A police officer in riot gear walks past closed shops a day after protests following Pakistan’s imposition of a state of emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Bara, Khyber district, on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
Israel-Gaza war

Sally Rooney books can’t be sold in UK amid Palestine Action ban: publisher

The Irish writer is a supporter of the activists, who have been put on the same ‘terrorist’ blacklist as militants like Hamas and Hezbollah.

Britain

Burnham says Iran’s IRGC likely behind UK airbase incident

Tehran denies involvement, demands evidence from London after recent security scare at RAF Fairford.

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Aviation accidents

Inspired by 9/11, Flydubai co-pilot sought to crash plane into Israel airport

The planned suicide attack was inspired by the events of September 11 in the US, public prosecutors believe.

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Planes sit on the tarmac at Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel on September 30 after a Flydubai aircraft bound for Israel was diverted to Saudi Arabia. Photo: Reuters
Britain

UK counterterror police arrest 2 inside airbase used by US

Latvian nationals held under the National Security Act after security breach at RAF Molesworth.

Indonesia

Terror arrests in Indonesia highlight challenge of combating ‘virtual’ groups

Suspects have organised online meetings for indoctrination and training, the Indonesian counterterrorism force says.

Britain

UK police arrest seventh man linked to security incident at US-run airbase

Police say the 22-year-old was detained on Tuesday in the Westminster area of central London on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts.

A B‑1B Lancer bomber arrives at RAF Fairford airbase in Gloucestershire, Britain, on September 29. Photo: Reuters
Britain

Trump says US moved bombers from UK airbase after threats

Comments contradict Secretary of State Marco Rubio following sudden departure of B-1 aircraft from RAF Fairford.

A B-1 bomber taking off from RAF Fairford airbase. Photo: @CraigYoungMedia via Reuters
Britain

US removes bombers from UK base after security incident

Redeployment from RAF Fairford comes as British authorities link thwarted plot to Tehran.

Aviation accidents

Video | Captain, passengers hailed as heroes in Flydubai incident

The suspect, an Omani citizen, is under arrest and Saudi authorities are working with Israel and other to determine a motive.

US, Israel war on Iran

Trump vows to hit Iran ‘very hard’ if linked to Flydubai cockpit attack

US president warns of retaliation as Israeli PM claims co-pilot who attempted to crash jet underwent radicalisation.

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US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters at the White House on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
Britain

UK-Iranian man arrested over suspected Fairford airbase plot

The dual national, 27, has been held on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts at the facility used by the US to target Iran.

A B‑1B Lancer bomber arrives at RAF Fairford airbase on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
Aviation accidents

Video | Passengers thwart possible terror attempt

Co-pilot of Tel Aviv-bound flydubai jet reportedly stabbed captain before being subdued by passengers and crew.

Britain

UK PM says ‘strong indications’ of Iran role in incident at US-run airbase

Tehran says UK ‘barking up the wrong tree’ after Burnham links Iran to a suspected plot targeting RAF Fairford.

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Britain

Mystery deepens over UK airbase incident as police find petrol, not explosives

Surprise decision to release five suspects on bail fuels uncertainty over RAF Fairford security scare.

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B‑1B Lancer bomber departs from the RAF Fairford airbase in Gloucestershire on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
Pakistan

Suicide bombing at police checkpoint in Pakistan kills at least 11

About 30 others were wounded in the attack, for which the Pakistani Taliban has claimed responsibility.

Pakistan

Why Pakistan’s endless war on militants fails to break the cycle

Tactical wins and retaliatory strikes have not delivered peace, even as two separate insurgencies appear to be converging.

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Donald Trump

Trump to consider releasing 9/11 records after families’ request

Relatives seek declassification of files on alleged Saudi role as 25th anniversary calls intensify.

Visitors pay respects at the 9/11 memorial in New York on the 25th anniversary of the attacks. Photo: AP
United States

Americans mark 25 years since 9/11 attacks amid enduring grief, reflection

Nearly 3,000 people were killed on the day that has shaped US society for decades, influencing its foreign policy and domestic politics.

Flowers are left at the memorial during the 25th anniversary commemoration of the September 11 attacks in New York on Friday. Photo: AFP
United States

Leaders ‘lied’ about New York’s 9/11 toxic air, Mayor Mamdani says

City releases 170,000 documents revealing officials hid health risks around ground zero to limit liability.

Israel-Gaza war

US ambassador calls violent Israeli settlers ‘terrorists’ after West Bank unrest

Mike Huckabee on Saturday met Palestinian American residents who described the impact of the violence on their lives and properties.

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Aviation accidents

US judge postpones Lockerbie bombing trial over new evidence

Defence granted time to review newly disclosed material days before jury selection for former Libyan agent accused in 1988 attack.

A section of the 747 Pan Am airliner that exploded and crashed over Lockerbie, Scotland. Photo: AFP
Middle East

US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list in major diplomatic shift

Washington lifts decades-old designation, removing final barriers to foreign investment following Assad’s fall.

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump meeting in Turkey. Photo: Reuters
Australia

Albanese: Canberra to join Australia’s gun buy-back programme after Bondi attack

Australia’ capital territory, home of the capital Canberra, has agreed to a scheme which will tighten checks for gun licences and crack down on hate.

Crime

US charges woman with Isis-inspired plot to blow up New York State Capitol

Jessica Bowie allegedly mused about posing as a food delivery driver to plant a bomb and kill senators before fleeing to Syria.

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