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Iranian drone threat forced U.S. bombers out of UK base
Original: Iranian drone attack threat prompted U.S. to remove bombers from British air base, officials say
U.S. officials say an Iranian drone attack threat led the Pentagon to move B-2 bombers from a British air base to a different location. The decision was taken as a precaution after intelligence pointed to a possible strike on the base. Officials have not detailed the base or the timing, and the episode highlights the threat posed by drone attacks on allied military installations amid rising tensions with Iran.
Why now: Officials have just confirmed the relocation of strategic bombers because of a security threat, drawing wide attention.
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- Iranian drone attack threat prompted U.S. to remove bombers from British air base, officials say · NBC News
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