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Israel Iran War · 20 March 2026

Suspected Iranian Duo Arrested Near UK Nuclear Base

Suspected Iranian Duo Arrested Near UK Nuclear Base

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Two individuals, including a man believed to be Iranian, were arrested after attempting to access HM Naval Base Clyde, the UK’s key nuclear submarine hub. They were denied entry due to lack of clearance but later detained for suspicious behaviour nearby. Authorities are investigating whether the pair were gathering intelligence or planning something more serious. The incident comes amid heightened tensions with Iran, raising fresh concerns about security threats targeting critical military infrastructure.

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