'Exposed' by 999 call, bomb disposal robot used: What happened near US-run base in UK

Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford following reports of suspicious activity involving three vans. Police responded efficiently after a local farmer reported hooded men approaching the military airbase, prompting a major security operation. Initial detentions were made under explosives legislation, subsequently leading to terrorism suspicions. Investigators are examining potential connections to hostile state actors amid heightened security concerns.