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    Iran threatens retaliation against US military bases●Iran issues new retaliation threat against American military basesβ–ΆyoutubeWorldDefense761.5K17 min ago

    Iran has issued a new threat warning of retaliation against American military bases in the region. NBC News reported the threat, which comes amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. The warning signals Iran's readiness to strike US forces stationed across the Middle East should confrontation escalate further.

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    UK Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near US Base●U.K. Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near Base Used by U.S. Forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism17 min ago

    British police are investigating an alleged terrorism plot in the vicinity of a military base used by American forces in the United Kingdom. Details remain limited, but the case has drawn international attention given the involvement of a facility linked to US personnel and the ongoing security concerns around military sites.

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    Who governs Sudan when Washington recognises neither side?β—πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Who governs Sudan if Washington recognises neither side? The army-backed administration runs much of the formal stateMmastodonWarSudan018 min ago

    Sudan's civil war has left the country with two rival centres of power: the army-backed administration under the military controls much of the formal state apparatus, while the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces exercises authority across territory it holds. Washington has declined to recognise either as legitimate constitutional governance, raising questions about diplomacy, aid and who represents Sudan internationally.

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    UK police arrest five men in bomb plot near US-used base●British police arrest five men in suspected terrorist bomb plot near military base used by U.S.βœ‰newsWorldDefense24 min ago

    British police have arrested five men on suspicion of plotting a terrorist bombing near a military base that is also used by United States forces. The arrests were announced in reports carried by international media, though few further details about the suspects, the base or the alleged plot have been made public so far.

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    UK police arrest suspects over explosives offences near US air base●British police arrest several people on suspicion of explosive offenses near air base used by US forcesβœ‰newsWorld34 min ago

    British police have arrested several people on suspicion of explosive offences near an air base used by US forces. The arrests were made in the vicinity of the base, and police say the investigation is ongoing. No further details about the suspects or the alleged plot have been released so far.

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    Hegseth says War Powers deadline void amid Iran ceasefireβ–ΌHegseth says War Powers deadline doesn't apply because of ceasefire with Iranβœ‰newsWar21 min ago

    Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said the War Powers resolution deadline does not apply to the deployment against Iran, arguing the ceasefire between Israel and Iran has ended the hostilities that triggered it. Lawmakers had sought to force a vote on limiting US military action, and his interpretation is likely to sharpen the dispute over congressional authority over war powers.

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    Iran's military demands US leave West Asiaβ–ΌIran's military: Americans must leave West Asia, we will not retreat one stepβœ‰newsWorldDefense24 min ago

    Iran's military has declared that American forces must leave West Asia, saying Tehran will not retreat 'one step' from its position. The statement, reported by Kurdish outlet Kurdistan 24, signals continued Iranian defiance toward the US military presence in the region and is drawing attention amid ongoing tensions between the two countries.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near UK base used by US forces●Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by USβœ‰newsWarTerrorism17 min ago

    Five people have been arrested on terrorism charges after explosives were found near an RAF base used by US forces in the UK. Counter-terrorism police are investigating the incident, and details about the suspects or the quantity of explosives have not yet been disclosed. Authorities say the arrests followed the discovery and there is no indication of any wider threat to the base.

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    Five Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot at UK Air Base Used by US Forcesβ–Ό5 Men Arrested in Suspected Terror Plot at U.K. Air Base Used by U.S. Forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism17 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five men over an alleged terrorist plot targeting a UK air base that is also used by US forces. The arrests have drawn wide attention given the base's American military connection and ongoing security concerns around US-linked sites in Britain. Details about the suspects and the alleged plot have not yet been made public.

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    Strong Jobs Report Could Push Fed Toward Another Rate Hikeβ—βš‘ NEWS Potential Fed Rate Hike Driven by Strong Jobs Report A strong upcoming US jobs report may pressure the Federal ReMmastodonBusinessMarkets314 min ago

    A strong upcoming US jobs report may pressure the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October. Observers warn that renewed tightening could send 10-year and 30-year Treasury yields surging, with markets watching the labor data closely for clues on the central bank's next move.

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    UK police arrest five men near US air baseβ–ΌUK police arrest 5 men near an air base used by US on suspicion of preparing a terrorist actβœ‰newsWorld34 min ago

    British police have arrested five men near an air base used by United States forces on suspicion of preparing an act of terrorism. The arrests were carried out by UK authorities, who have not publicly detailed the alleged plot or the identities of the suspects. The detention of the men close to a US-used facility has drawn attention given the base's American military connection, and questions remain about the intended target and any wider security implications.

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    Five arrested over suspected terror plot near US-used UK airbaseβ–Ό5 arrested on suspicion of preparing terror attack near UK airbase used by US forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism17 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack near a UK airbase that is used by US forces. The arrests were reported by international outlets including The Times of India. Details about the suspects, the alleged target, or the timing of the operation have not yet been made public, and investigations are understood to be ongoing.

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    Five arrested in UK over suspected plot on US air base●5 held in UK for suspected plot to attack air base used by USβœ‰newsWarTerrorism17 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of plotting an attack on a UK air base used by US forces, according to a Times of India report. The detention of the five suspects is likely part of an ongoing counter-terrorism investigation, with details about their identities, motives and the specific base not yet disclosed publicly.

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    UK police declare major incident at US-used air base●UK police declare major incident at air base used by US Several men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences, UMmastodonWar617 min ago

    British police have declared a major incident at an air base in south-west England that has been used by the US Air Force, arresting several men on suspicion of explosives offences. The security scare has drawn widespread attention, with many asking what was planned, how close the base was to danger, and what it means for US operations in the UK amid heightened tensions linked to the Iranian conflict.

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    US Military Revises AI Targeting After Iran School Strikeβ–ΌUS Military Modifies AI and Lethal Targeting Process After Iran School StrikeYhnWorldDefense155 min ago

    The US military is changing how it uses artificial intelligence in lethal targeting decisions following a strike that hit a school in Minab, Iran. According to Bloomberg, the incident prompted a review and modification of the process governing AI-assisted combat targeting. The changes highlight growing scrutiny over the role of machine systems in decisions about the use of lethal force.

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    Sudan's Burhan rejects US truce conditionsβ–ΌSudan’s Burhan rejects US truce conditions, says no visa neededβœ‰newsWarSudan1 h ago

    Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has rejected conditions attached to a United States-backed truce proposal, while also dismissing suggestions that he needs a visa. The rejection signals continued obstacles to ceasefire efforts in Sudan's civil war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Observers say the dispute over terms could prolong negotiations and deepen the conflict.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near US-used RAF base●Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by US https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2MmastodonWarTerrorism217 min ago

    British police have arrested five people on terrorism charges after explosives were found near an RAF base used by US forces. The arrests have drawn attention to security around UK military sites hosting American personnel, with the story spreading rapidly across news and social platforms. Authorities have not yet said what the suspected target was or whether the suspects were part of a wider network.

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    Five Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near UK Base Used by US Forces●5 Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near U.K. Base Used by U.S. Forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism3 h ago

    British authorities have arrested five men on suspicion of planning a terrorist plot near a UK military base that is also used by American forces. The arrests were reported by Time Magazine and are drawing attention because of the site's connection to US personnel. Details about the suspects' identities, the target, or the alleged plot have not yet been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.

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    Iran's IRGC Navy seizes second US-made Remus 600 drone in Strait of Hormuz●"Iran’s IRGC Navy captures 2nd US-made Remus 600 UUV in Hormuz" # Taco # Nacho # News # Politics # Nato # Military # RusMmastodonWorldPolitics813 min ago

    Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy has captured a second US-made Remus 600 unmanned underwater vehicle in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the report. The incident points to continued friction between Iranian forces and the US Navy over surveillance drones operating in one of the world's most critical oil shipping lanes, and follows an earlier seizure of the same type of equipment.

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    Hegseth under fire over military remarks●Hegseth military remarks controversyπŸ¦‹blueskyWorldUS Politics422just now

    US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing criticism over remarks concerning the military, prompting a wave of backlash and debate. Commenters are weighing in on what the comments reveal about his leadership at the Pentagon and the administration's approach to the armed forces, with critics and supporters clashing over the controversy.

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    Five men have been arrested under terrorism legislation in the area around RAF Fairford, the large airbase in Gloucestershire, England. Police have not named the men, and details of the suspected plot or their nationalities remain limited while investigations continue. The arrests are drawing attention because Fairford hosts US Air Force tanker aircraft and is a key NATO airfield.

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    Five Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot at UK Base Used for Iran Strikes●Five arrested for β€˜preparing terrorist act’ at UK base used by US air force for Iran strikesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism17 min ago

    British police have arrested five people on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a base used by the US Air Force, including for strikes against Iran. The arrests have drawn attention to security around American military facilities on UK soil amid heightened tensions over Iran.

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    UK Counterterror Police Probe Explosive-Related Arrests Near US Air Baseβ–ΌExplosive-Related Arrests Near Air Base Used by US Being Probed by UK Counterterror Policeβœ‰newsWorld24 min ago

    UK counterterrorism police are investigating arrests linked to explosive offenses near a British air base that is used by US forces. Authorities have not released details about the suspects or the alleged plot, and it remains unclear whether there was any plan to target the base itself. The case has drawn attention because of the base's American military role.

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    Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford Over Suspected Terror Plot●UK Police Arrest Five Men Near RAF Fairford in Suspected Terror Plot𝕏xSEWarTerrorism167K2 h ago

    UK police have arrested five men near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The base, used by US forces and a regular site for major airshow operations, was a focal point of the operation. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the suspects or the alleged plot, and the investigation is ongoing. The arrests have prompted concern about security at military sites in the UK.

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    UK Police Arrest Five Over Alleged Plot Against US Air Force Baseβ–ΌUnited Kingdom: Five arrested on suspicion of planning 'terrorist act' against military base used by US Air Forceβœ‰newsWorldDefense24 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of planning a terrorist act against a military base in the United Kingdom that is used by the US Air Force. The arrests point to an alleged plot targeting American military personnel or infrastructure on British soil. Details about the suspects or the specific base have not been released.

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    Iran seizes advanced US military underwater vehicleβ–ΌIran seizes 'advanced US military underwater vehicle'βœ‰newsWorldDefense1 h ago

    Iran says it has seized an advanced US military underwater vehicle, according to reports carried by US media. The incident involves an unmanned underwater drone, a type of vessel the US Navy uses for surveillance and mapping in international waters. The seizure adds to a series of provocations and encounters between Iranian forces and the US military in the region, raising tensions amid ongoing disputes over shipping and security in the Gulf.

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    Debate grows over South Korea's role in a Taiwan conflict●Although Seoul has traditionally kept its distance from possible involvement in a Taiwan conflict scenario, some say disMmastodonWorldDefense324 min ago

    South Korea has traditionally avoided any suggestion it could be drawn into a conflict over Taiwan, keeping its security planning focused on the Korean Peninsula. But analysts now argue that discretion is becoming harder to maintain, as regional tensions and alliance pressures push Seoul closer to the Taiwan question. Commentators are weighing how long Seoul can stay on the sidelines if a cross-strait crisis were to break out.

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    Several Men Detained Near RAF Fairford in Terror Probe●Several Men Detained Near RAF Fairford in Britain as Police Investigate Possible Terror Plotβœ‰newsWarTerrorism17 min ago

    British police have detained several men near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire as part of an investigation into a suspected terrorism plot. The airbase, a key facility used by US forces, is reportedly at the centre of the probe. Details about the suspects and the alleged plot have not been confirmed as the investigation continues.

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    Iran's Army Says It Is Ready for Renewed US Attack●Iran's Army Voices Readiness for Potential Renewed US Attackβœ‰newsWorld3 h ago

    Iran's army says its forces are prepared to respond if the United States renews military strikes against the country. The statement signals that Tehran is keeping up a defensive posture amid ongoing tensions. It comes as regional and international observers watch closely for any further escalation between the two governments, with officials in Iran stressing readiness while no new attack has been announced.

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    Arrests After Explosives Found Near RAF Fairford●Explosives Arrests Near UK Airbase Used by US vs. Iran - LIVE Breaking News Coverage (RAF Fairford)β–ΆyoutubeWarTerrorism420K17 min ago

    Police have reportedly made arrests involving explosives near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England, a base long used by US forces. The news comes amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran, raising questions about security at American-linked sites in the UK. Details about those arrested and the suspected plans remain limited as the situation develops.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near RAF Fairfordβ–ΌFive arrested for alleged terrorism offences after β€˜major incident’ near RAF FairfordMmastodonWarTerrorism342 h ago

    Five men have been arrested on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offences following what police described as a major incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. Homes in the area were evacuated as a precaution. The airbase has previously been used by US forces, including in strikes against Iran, drawing attention to security concerns around the site.

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    One detained after security breach at MacDill Air Force Base●One person detained following security breach at MacDill Air Force Baseβœ‰newsTechnologyCybersecurity2 min ago

    One person has been detained after a security breach at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, according to local reporting from FOX 13 Tampa Bay. The base, home to US Central Command and Special Operations Command, is said to have responded to the incident, but further details about the individual or the nature of the breach have not yet been released.

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    Five men arrested over suspicious vans near RAF Fairford●UPDATE β€” Five men arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorism after three vans approached RAF Fairford Gloucestershire𝕏xGBWarTerrorism231 h ago

    Gloucestershire Police arrested five men on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts after three suspicious vans were reported approaching RAF Fairford in the early hours of Sunday, September 27. The Gloucestershire base is used by US forces, and the incident is drawing attention given heightened security concerns around military sites in the UK.

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    US Embassy warns after terror arrests near RAF Fairford●Gloucestershire, United Kingdom: The U.S. Embassy is aware of arrests on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near the𝕏xGBWarTerrorism481 h ago

    The US 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, stay alert to their personal security, and follow guidance from local authorities as the investigation continues.

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    Trump says terror suspects plotted major attack on US air base●Terror suspects wanted to do 'big damage' to air base used by US, Trump says https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-milMmastodonWarTerrorism217 min ago

    President Donald Trump says terror suspects arrested over an alleged plot intended to inflict 'big damage' on an air base used by US forces. The claim, reported by Military Times, has drawn attention to security around American military installations and the details of the suspected plan. Authorities have not yet laid out the full evidence publicly.

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    Counter-terrorism operation under way near RAF Fairford●Watch: At the scene of counter-terrorism operation near RAF Fairford https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cxp84gq34n9zo?at_MmastodonWarTerrorism317 min ago

    Police are carrying out a counter-terrorism operation near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. Footage from the scene has been released as the operation unfolds, though details about those involved or the nature of the incident have not yet been confirmed. Authorities have not indicated any immediate risk to the public, and the base, used by US forces, remains the focus of attention.

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    SpaceX launches classified Space Force mission from Californiaβ–ΌSpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from California, lands booster at seaβœ‰newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    SpaceX launched a classified US Space Force payload from California, then landed the Falcon 9 booster at sea as part of the mission. The mission's payload and purpose remain undisclosed, consistent with national security launches. US local news outlets widely reported the launch, which adds to SpaceX's busy cadence of government and commercial flights from the West Coast launch site.

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    UK police arrest men over alleged plot on US bomber base●British police arrest men for allegedly preparing a terrorism attack on a base used by US bombersβœ‰newsWar3 h ago

    British police have arrested several men suspected of preparing a terrorist attack on a UK military base used by US Air Force bombers. The arrests were carried out by counter-terrorism officers, and the alleged target was a base hosting American strategic aircraft. Details about the suspects, the timing of the plot, and the specific base involved have not been disclosed.

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    US Air Force receives first robot wingman drones for autonomous trialsβ–ΌUS Air Force receives first β€˜robot wingmen’ drones to begin autonomous warfare trialsβœ‰newsTechnologyRobotics1 h ago

    The US Air Force has taken delivery of its first 'robot wingman' drones, unmanned aircraft designed to fly alongside crewed fighter jets. The aircraft will now enter autonomous warfare trials, testing how well drones can operate alongside human pilots in combat scenarios. The programme marks a significant step in the military's push toward teaming piloted jets with AI-driven unmanned partners.

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    East Coast storm disrupts sports schedule across region●East Coast storm forces sports world to move, cancel events throughout regionβœ‰newsEnvironmentWeather1 h ago

    A major storm hitting the US East Coast has forced sports leagues and organisers to postpone or cancel events across the region. Games and fixtures have been moved or called off as conditions make venues unsafe or unplayable, affecting teams and fans throughout the area.