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British police: Five men have been arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of preparing terrorist activities.

British police: We are working closely with our counter-terrorism law enforcement partners.

British police: We are working to determine the full nature of this incident.

British police: 85 households (near RAF Fairford) have been advised to evacuate.

British police: We have arrested five men near the Royal Air Force Fairford base.

US President Trump: There are more people working in the United States now than at any time in our country's history!

The U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that there is a 30% chance that the storm near eastern Bermuda will develop into a cyclone within the next 48 hours.

Analysts warn that the US and Iran could soon resume mutual attacks after Trump rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. "I don't think Iran is about to surrender or give in in any way," said Mohammad Elmasri, a professor at the Doha Graduate School. "So it's possible to see an escalation before the midterm elections. I think that's a real possibility." Iran may decide to "make Trump pay the price for rejecting the proposal and for the greater economic pressure Iran faces." They may see now as the opportune time for escalation, given the approaching midterm elections. Elmasri added that Iran's Hormuz proposal could be seen as "a face-saving measure for Trump," a potential way to lower oil and gas prices before the November election. Republicans are performing poorly in the polls, and some candidates are "distancing themselves from Trump." It's not just Iranians suffering from severe economic pressure due to the US naval blockade and ongoing sanctions; the Trump administration is also facing similar challenges.

Swiss broadcaster SRF predicts that Swiss voters will likely reject the "neutrality initiative."

A British government spokesperson said the Prime Minister is continuing to receive updates on the situation in Gloucestershire (RFF Fairford).

British police: A security cordon has been implemented around the Wilford Air Base in the United States, and the situation is under control.

The U.S. National Hurricane Center reports that Tropical Depression FAY is located about 1,145 miles (1,840 kilometers) west-southwest of the Azores, with maximum sustained winds of 35 miles per hour (55 kilometers per hour). It is expected to gradually turn southwest over the next few days, then westward, as its speed increases.

A group of Iraqi protesters waving Iranian flags declared at a rally in Basra, “We should not be dominated by the United States. If Iranian flights do not resume, no other planes should land.” The protests have now spread to Baghdad, Najaf, and Karbala. Last night, protesters in Basra held a rally along the Shatt al-Arab River, attended by the Basra Provincial Council President and a group of local activists. The protesters stated, “If Iranian flights remain suspended, we will take our protests outside the airport.” Another rally is scheduled for Najaf today. Meanwhile, the Iraqi government is negotiating with Washington to allow Iranian flights to resume at some Iraqi airports.

According to Sky News: Gloucestershire Police in the UK say the Army’s specialized explosive ordnance disposal team is inspecting several vehicles.

According to Sky News: Gloucestershire Police say several men have been arrested on suspicion of violating explosives laws after security measures were tightened at RAF Fairford.

U.S. Energy Secretary Wright: Trump is determined to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that its air defense systems shot down 96 Ukrainian drones in several regions last night.

U.S. Energy Secretary Wright: The U.S. military is assisting with the passage of oil, natural gas, and fertilizer through the Strait of Hormuz, with daily shipments approaching 13 million barrels today.

According to Iran's Labour News Agency, the US ambassador to the United Nations stated that Iran's foreign exchange reserves have been depleted and the country's access to US dollars has been reduced.

Japanese Foreign Ministry: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump exchanged views on a range of issues, including economic security, during their phone call. The two leaders reaffirmed the rock-solid Japan-US alliance and agreed to work together to contribute to regional and global peace and stability.