British counter-terrorism police are examining a potential connection to Iran after an alleged bomb threat targeted an air base used by U.S. forces.
Five men have been arrested on terrorism charges after explosives were found in vans parked near RAF Fairford, a base used by the US military, as investigators examine a possible Iran connection.
Counter-terrorism police defended their decision to bail five British men arrested over the incident, saying petrol but no explosive devices were found in the vans.
Counter-terror police say the investigation into the suspected plot has opened multiple new lines of enquiry, as UK security forces confirm awareness of the incident.
Counter-terrorism police are investigating a suspected bomb plot after explosives were found in vans parked near an RAF base used by the US military.
Several men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences near the Gloucestershire airbase, prompting evacuations and a bomb squad response.
British police evacuated homes near the Fairford air base in southwest England after arresting five men over suspected explosives offences.
Muhammad Tahir also visited Saranan police station during his official visit to the district.
IGP Tahir Khan said the provincial police remain a fortified wall against terrorism, pledging continued sacrifices to protect citizens.
President Asif Ali Zardari commended forces for successful operations against groups he described as Indian-backed elements in the province.
Pakistani security forces said they killed 33 fighters described as Indian-sponsored during counter-terrorism operations in Balochistan since September 21, APP reported.
One suspected militant was killed in an exchange of fire during a counter-terrorism operation in the Garhi Sherdad area.
Inspector General Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry inspected ongoing counter-terrorism measures and security arrangements at sensitive locations in the capital.
At a UNSC meeting marking 25 years since the attacks, Pakistan described itself as a key front-line state in efforts against al-Qaeda.