US Air Force officers 'blindsided by plans to house migrants near British bases' critical in war with Iran
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US Air Force officers were blindsided by the information that the British Government is planning to house 1,250 migrants near critical RAF bases used by America in its conflict with Iran, a local councillor has suggested.Reform Suffolk County Councillor Simon Aalders told GB News the American personnel were in the dark when he discussed the issue with them.
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The Home Office is seeking to house migrants at the disused RAF Barnham base, stoking outrage among the village's 600 residents.Barnham residents have insisted their tiny community is unsuitable for the placement of more than 1000 migrants, with a US Air Force veteran among those raising concerns.
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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Barnham is just a half-hour drive from RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall and RAF Feltwell, key airbases with longstanding links to the US military.Mildenhall has been an integral part of US action over Iran, with USAF stratotankers used to refuel fighter jets and bombers midflight, housed at the base.It also...
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