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Why target RAF Fairford?
RAF Fairford is a Royal Air Force station in Gloucestershire, but it primarily hosts the United States Air Force. It's a significant strategic asset, often used for deploying long-range bombers. The suspected plot mentioned in the story highlights its importance and potential vulnerability to foreign adversaries.
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