An Iranian man and a woman have been arrested after attempting to enter the Faslane naval base in Scotland, according to Police Scotland.
The incident occurred at about 17:00 on Thursday at HM Naval Base Clyde, near Helensburgh in Argyll and Bute. The 34-year-old Iranian man and 31-year-old woman, whose nationality is unknown, were taken into custody.
The Royal Navy stated that the suspects "unsuccessfully attempted" to enter the base. A spokesperson added: "As the matter is subject to an ongoing investigation, we will not comment further."
Police Response
Police Scotland said its inquiries were ongoing. The pair did not try to force their way into the base, but instead asked if they could enter and were refused permission, leading to their arrest.
The Faslane base, on the Gare Loch about 25 miles north-west of Glasgow, is home to the Royal Navy's nuclear submarines, including the UK's four Vanguard-class ballistic missile submarines.
Official Statements
Defence Secretary John Healey said the UK was reviewing its terror threat level, which remains at "substantial", meaning an attack is "likely". Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated that the UK had "stepped up protections for British bases and personnel to their highest level".
The arrests come after recent tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran. The UK has operated continuous at-sea deterrence since 1969, with nuclear-powered submarines carrying Trident missiles.
Background
Faslane has long been the focus of anti-war protests from groups such as the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND). A peace camp has been based just outside the site since 1982, with residents holding regular anti-nuclear demonstrations and vigils.
