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The United States has relocated military aircraft from RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk, England, following threats from Iran. On Monday (November 9), several aircraft, including refueling tankers and Ospreys, were moved to other locations such as Germany, Spain, and Scotland, as reported by NBC News.
The decision comes after the U.S. increased its security posture at the base. A U.S. official confirmed that the aircraft were operating under "enhanced force protection measures." The exact nature of the threat remains under discussion among U.S. officials, according to The Wall Street Journal.
This move follows a previous evacuation from RAF Fairford after a suspected Iranian-linked terror plot was foiled. Five men were detained in September after suspicious vans were spotted near the base, though no explosives were found. Two men were later charged under the National Security Act, as reported by TWZ.
A U.S. European Command official stated that aircraft movements are part of routine operations and are conducted in accordance with agreements with allies. The U.K.'s Ministry of Defense declined to comment on the activities of other nations.
President Donald Trump indicated that further U.S. attacks on Iran are not currently necessary, citing new momentum in diplomatic negotiations. However, he emphasized that the U.S. remains prepared to respond if circumstances change.