US Withdraws B-1 Bombers From British Base Over Suspected Iran-Linked Drone Plot

The United States has withdrawn its B-1 bombers from Britain’s Fairford air base over concerns about a suspected drone attack plot, two US officials said Tuesday.

The officials linked the withdrawal to fears that the base could be targeted in a complex attack involving drones. The suspected plot was believed to have ties to Iran.

Tehran denies any connection to the alleged plan. The account provided no details about the evidence behind the suspected Iranian link.

The officials’ remarks did not specify how many bombers were withdrawn or where they were sent. They also did not indicate whether the aircraft would return to Fairford.