Downing Street has insisted British air bases remain secure amid reports that US aircraft were recently diverted from RAF Mildenhall.
According to the Wall Street Journal, two American refuelling tankers were rerouted to Germany on Monday morning, with several others moved to various locations later that day. The exact nature of the threat is not known and remains under discussion among US officials.
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said: "As you know, the US is one of our top security partners.
"We’re in constant communication with them, sharing intelligence and accessing threats together.
"Aircraft and other assets move regularly according to operational requirements.
"It would be for the US to comment on those movements.
"Indeed, I think they’ve issued a statement.
"The protection of our bases, both in the UK and across the world, is a top priority."
When asked if the Government remains confident in the safety of British bases, the spokesman replied: "Yes."
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