UK police arrest seven protesters near RAF base used by US

Al Jazeera
April 5, 2026
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UK police arrested seven protesters demonstrating against a RAF base allegedly used by U.S. military aircraft.

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UK police arrested seven protesters near an RAF base allegedly used as a departure point for US aircraft. The activists were demonstrating against what they characterized as the base's role in facilitating American military operations. The arrest underscores tensions between anti-war groups and authorities over protest activities at military installations hosting US forces. RAF bases in the UK have long been points of contention for peace activists who view them as enabling American military interventions abroad. The incident reflects ongoing disputes over where the line falls between protected demonstration and unlawful protest activity.

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