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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Suspected terror investigation at base used by US forces

UK police arrested five men close to an airbase in England that is used by US long-range bombers on suspicion of terror and explosives offenses. CNN's Nic Robertson reports.

YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - BREAKING: UK police arrest 5 men near U.S. air base under suspicion of terrorism

Police in Southwestern England said they arrested 5 men on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack near an air base used by U.S. forces. 85 homes were evacuated while police investigate 3 suspicious vehicles. MS NOW Senior National Security Reporter David Rohde joins The Weekend with the latest.

AXIOS (Rebecca Falconer) - 5 arrested over alleged terrorism offenses near U.K. base used by U.S. Air Force

British police said they arrested five men on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offenses near an air base used by the U.S. Air Force for operations in Iran . The big picture: Officials declared a major incident and set up roadblocks overnight near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. State of play: Police received a call around 12.45 a.m. Sunday local time relating to "three suspicious vehicles" that appeared to be traveling towards the air base used by the U.S. 501st Combat Support Wing and the 420th Air Base Squadron, per a Metropolitan Police statement . - Armed officers responded and arrested the men in the Whelford area "on suspicion of committing offenses under the Explosives Act" and they were further arrested "on suspicion of…

What actions did officials take in response to the incident near RAF Fairford?
Officials declared a major incident and set up roadblocks overnight near the base. Armed officers responded to the area and arrested five men in the Whelford area.
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What triggered the police response near RAF Fairford on the Sunday in question?
Around 12:45 a.m. local time on Sunday, police received a call regarding three suspicious vehicles that appeared to be traveling towards the air base used by the U.S. 501st Combat Support Wing and the 420th Air Base Squadron.
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What is the specific location and the significance of the air base where the suspicious activity occurred?
The incident occurred near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. This air base is used by the U.S. Air Force, specifically the 501st Combat Support Wing and the 420th Air Base Squadron, for operations in Iran.
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How many individuals were arrested in connection with alleged terrorism and explosives offenses near the U.S. Air Force base in Gloucestershire?
Five men were arrested by armed officers in the Whelford area. They were taken into custody on suspicion of committing offenses under the Explosives Act and on suspicion of preparation of a terrorist act, contrary to section 5 of the Terrorism Act.
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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Albany woman charged in alleged bomb plot

An Albany woman was charged in an alleged bomb plot targeting the New York state Capitol building. CNN has reached out regarding the suspect's plea deal but has not heard back yet.

What is the nature of the charges against the woman from Albany?
An Albany woman has been charged in connection with an alleged bomb plot.
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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Feds stop ISIS-inspired NY bomb plot: The surprising details

A 35-year-old woman has been charged in connection with a plot to use an explosive device to attack the New York State Capitol, officials said Thursday. Jessica Bowie was arrested Wednesday and has been charged with one count of attempting to provide material support or resources to a designated foreign terrorist organization, ISIS, said John Sarcone, the First Assistant US Attorney for the Northern District of New York. Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #terrorism #Newyork #News

When was Jessica Bowie arrested in relation to the bomb plot?
Jessica Bowie was arrested on Wednesday, which was the day prior to the officials' announcement on Thursday.
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Who provided information regarding the charges against Jessica Bowie?
John Sarcone, the First Assistant US Attorney for the Northern District of New York, stated that Bowie was charged with attempting to provide material support or resources to ISIS.
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Who was arrested in connection with the plot to use an explosive device to attack the New York State Capitol?
Jessica Bowie, a 35-year-old woman, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the plot.
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NYTIMES (Benjamin Oreskes and William K. Rashbaum) - Woman Arrested in Plot to Bomb New York State Capitol

Federal prosecutors say the woman met with an F.B.I. informant several times to plan an attack on the building, which houses the governor’s office.

When was the woman arrested in connection with the plot to bomb the New York State Capitol?
The woman was arrested on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, according to people with knowledge of the arrest (based on the publication date of Thursday, August 20, 2026).
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What was the target of the bomb plot involving the woman arrested in New York?
The target was the New York State Capitol, which is the building that houses the governor’s office.
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NPR (The Associated Press) - Drone with explosives found at German airport, official sees 'new quality' of threat

Regional police and prosecutors said an airport employee discovered a drone near the airport's south runway with "an unknown explosive device," and the object was examined by police

ABCNEWS - Man in custody after setting off 'incendiary device' outside NYC federal building

A man with a history of anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity set off an "incendiary device" outside a federal building in Manhattan, officials said.