Two Latvian Men Arrested at UK Airbase Used by US Military, Counter-Terror Police Investigate

Latvian men arrested at RAF base used by US forces. Counter-terrorism police investigate after security breach and suspected terror plot.

Editorial Desk

October 8, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — Two Latvian nationals were detained inside an RAF facility in England that hosts U.S. military operations, according to counter-terrorism authorities. The incident occurred at RAF Molesworth, a site frequently utilized by American forces.

The arrests took place early Thursday, with the suspects, aged 36 and 32, taken into custody on charges of trespassing and national security violations. The Ministry of Defence Police confirmed the arrests, which are part of an ongoing investigation into potential threats against the base.

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This incident follows a series of security concerns at UK military installations linked to U.S. operations. Earlier this month, five individuals were arrested near another airbase over suspicions of planning terrorist acts. While no charges have been filed yet, multiple arrests have been made in connection to the broader case. Authorities continue to assess the situation as they pursue various investigative leads.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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