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Iran said later it had targeted US military personnel at an air base in the United Arab Emirates.

From Barron's Aug. 31, 2026

Tensions had risen recently over proposals to use RAF Barnham, a former air base just over the border in Suffolk, as asylum seeker accommodation.

From BBC Aug. 8, 2026

Marine Corps’ largest air base, located in Miramar in San Diego, according to military officials.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

The military also has sent aerial tankers, F-16 jet fighters from Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany and stealthy F-35s from the air base at Lakenheath, England, to the region, the WSJ previously reported.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

The eyes of the air base turned in the direction of the fat-bodied transport plane that was bringing foodstuffs and airplane parts to Smythe Field, and Bull Meecham back to his family.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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