U.S. Air Force Security Forces responded on Friday evening, November 13, 2026, to what the service called "suspected unauthorised drone activity" over RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, England — one of the most important U.S. bases in Europe, home to the 48th Fighter Wing's F-15E and F-35A aircraft. A U.S. Air Force spokesperson said: "No personnel, aircraft or infrastructure were affected," adding that the force is working closely with host-nation counterparts to ensure the safety of service members and civilians. Britain's Ministry of Defence said U.S. Security Forces had responded to reports of unauthorised drone activity and that "the situation is now resolved," adding that it is working to establish the facts and will provide updates. Local MP Nick Timothy said base authorities told him there is no threat to the public. Officials did not disclose the number or type of drones involved, or how long the security response lasted. The incident comes amid heightened protection measures around U.S. bases in Britain since November 9, including emergency drone-flight restrictions around Lakenheath, Mildenhall and Feltwell. In recent weeks, the U.S. moved bombers used to strike Iran out of Britain and relocated large refuelling aircraft from Britain to Germany; The Wall Street Journal reported the tanker move followed a threat from Iran. Sources: Reuters (November 13, 2026); UK Ministry of Defence; The Aviationist.
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