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WSJ: U.S. B-1 Bombers Used for Strikes in Iran, Now Returned to U.S.

Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:26 AM

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that RAF FAIRFORD had been used as a hub for launching U.S. bomber strikes in Iran. The B-1 bombers have now returned to their home stations in the U.S. and remain available for global missions.

The B-1 bombers were reportedly based at RAF FAIRFORD for operations targeting Iran, according to the WSJ. They have since been redeployed to U.S. bases.

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WSJ: U.S. B-1 Bombers Used for Strikes in Iran, Now Returned to U.S.

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