News Summary at 2:48 p.m. EDT

Five men were arrested by UK police near RAF Fairford, a base used by the United States during its war with Iran, on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act, the Metropolitan Police said. The men were initially detained under the Explosives Act after a report of three suspicious vehicles near the base in the Whelford area. Police set up a cordon and evacuated about 85 households, adding that the situation appeared contained. Authorities said they have not publicly confirmed any link between the arrests and the base’s proximity. The arrests come as concerns about threats from hostile states remain elevated.