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    U.K. Releases Suspects in Terror Plot at U.S. Baseโ—U.K. Releases Suspects in Terror Plot at Base Hosting U.S. Forcesโœ‰newsWarTerrorism2 min ago

    British authorities have released suspects detained over an alleged terror plot targeting a U.K. military base that hosts U.S. forces. The Wall Street Journal reported the release, which is likely to raise questions about the strength of the evidence against those detained and about security arrangements at bases used by American personnel on British soil.

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    Terrorism suspects arrested near US-used British air base released on bailโ—Terrorism suspects arrested near British air base used by U.S. are released on bailโœ‰newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    Several terrorism suspects arrested near a British air base used by American forces have been released on bail. The arrests were made close to the facility, which hosts US operations, and the release on bail suggests investigators have not yet brought formal charges. The case has drawn attention given the base's role and ongoing security concerns around US-linked military sites in Britain.

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    El Niรฑo Drives Storms on Both U.S. Coastsโ–ผWith Storms on 2 Sides of the U.S., El Niรฑo Shows Its Mightโœ‰newsEnvironmentOceans2 h ago

    Powerful storms are striking opposite sides of the United States at the same time, and meteorologists point to El Niรฑo as the driving force. The climate pattern, marked by warmer Pacific waters, is reshaping jet streams and fueling severe weather on both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, drawing wide attention to its growing impact.

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    UK base in foiled terror plot was used for US strikes on Iranโ–ผU.K. base at center of foiled terror plot has been used by U.S. Air Force to strike Iranโœ‰newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    A British air base at the center of a foiled terror plot has previously been used by the US Air Force to launch strikes against Iran, according to reporting carried by NBC outlets. The dual role of the base โ€” as both the target of an apparent attack plan and a launch point for American military operations โ€” is drawing attention to its strategic importance and the security implications for US-UK operations.

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    US Embassy warns citizens after terrorism arrests near RAF Fairfordโ—Gloucestershire, United Kingdom: The U.S. Embassy is aware of arrests on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near the๐•xGBWarTerrorism1.8K4 h ago

    The U.S. Embassy in London says it is aware of arrests in Gloucestershire on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near the Royal Air Force base at Fairford. It is urging American citizens in the UK to exercise caution, remain mindful of personal security and follow guidance from local authorities. No details on suspects or charges have been released so far.

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    English Town Rattled by Alleged Terror Plot Near US Bomber Baseโ—The Small English Town Rattled by Alleged Terror Plot Near U.S. Bomber Baseโœ‰newsWarTerrorism2 min ago

    An alleged terrorism plot near a US Air Force bomber base has unsettled a small English town, according to Wall Street Journal reporting. The town, home to a community living alongside the American military installation, is described as shaken by the allegations. Details of the plot, the suspects, and any charges have not been confirmed in the available reporting.

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    North Korea blames US for nuclear crisis, defends arsenalโ—(LEAD) N. Korea blames U.S. for 'worse crisis' in nuclear order, justifies its arsenalโœ‰newsWarNuclear10 h ago

    North Korea has accused the United States of creating a 'worse crisis' in the global nuclear order and used the claim to justify its own nuclear arsenal, according to the Korean Central News Agency's latest statement. Pyongyang argues that US policies, including expanded deterrence cooperation with South Korea, force it to maintain and strengthen its nuclear forces.

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    UK Probes Whether Iran or Russia Behind Foiled Base Attackโ—U.K. examines if Iran or Russia are involved in foiled attack near base used by U.S.โœ‰newsWarTerrorism10 h ago

    British authorities are investigating whether Iran or Russia played a role in a foiled attack near a military base used by US forces in the UK. The probe is examining possible foreign involvement after the plot was disrupted before anyone was harmed. Officials have not confirmed which country, if either, is suspected, and details of the alleged plot remain limited as the investigation continues.

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    Five British men arrested near US-used air base released on bailโ–ผ5 British men arrested near U.K. air base used by U.S. forces released on bail, police sayโœ‰newsWorldDefense5 h ago

    Five British men who were arrested near a UK air base used by US forces have been released on bail, according to police. No details have been given about the men's identities or the reasons for their arrests. The incident has drawn attention because of the base's connection to American military operations on British soil.

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    Police probe Iran link to plot against UK base used by US forcesโ—Police probe Iran link to terror plot against RAF base shared with U.S. militaryโœ‰newsWorldDefense9 h ago

    British police are investigating a suspected terror plot targeting an RAF base in the UK that is also used by United States military personnel, and are examining a possible Iranian connection. The alleged plot against the jointly operated installation has raised security concerns given the base's strategic role in UK-US defence cooperation.

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    US missile system to be stored indefinitely at Okinawa baseโ—A powerful U.S. missile system that has been deployed in Japan for joint military exercises with the Self-Defense ForcesMmastodonWorldDefense211 h ago

    A powerful U.S. missile system deployed in Japan for joint exercises with the Self-Defense Forces will be stored indefinitely at a key military base in Okinawa Prefecture from mid-October, according to The Japan Times. The arrangement signals a continuing American military presence in the prefecture and is likely to draw attention given local sensitivity to the US baseload and regional security tensions.

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    U.S. Army selects humanoid robot from 103 proposalsโ—U.S. Army selects humanoid robot and four supporting technologies from 103 proposals after demonstrations at Marine Corps Base Quanticoโœ‰newsTechnologyRobotics10 h ago

    The U.S. Army has chosen a humanoid robot and four supporting technologies following selection from 103 proposals submitted after live demonstrations at Marine Corps Base Quantico. The decision points to the Army's effort to bring robotic systems into its future force plans. Details on the winning platforms and technologies have drawn attention from defence industry observers tracking military robotics development.

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    Democracy Now! interview says Afghans victims of decades of violenceโ—NOW PLAYING == Democracy Now! 9/29/26: Afghans "Have Been the Victims" of U.S. Military, Taliban, Cartels & More for DecMmastodonWar46 min ago

    Democracy Now! aired a September 29, 2026 segment featuring journalist Nagieb Khaja, who argues Afghans have been victims for decades of successive powers including the U.S. military, the Taliban and cartels. The interview frames the country's population as repeatedly harmed by both foreign intervention and domestic armed groups, and the segment is being shared among antiwar and geopolitics-focused audiences.

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    US Said to Have Alienated Sudan's Army in Complex Warโ—Sudan: U.S. Has 'Alienated' Sudan's Army in 'Complex War' Analyst Tells RFIโœ‰newsWarSudan3 min ago

    An analyst told French radio RFI that the United States has 'alienated' Sudan's army amid the country's ongoing war. The remark fuels debate over Washington's approach to the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, with critics arguing US policy risks pushing the army away from peace efforts.