India, Oct. 1 -- As the UK continues to probe the bomb scare at RAF Fairford, an airbase mainly used by the United States, prime minister Andy Burnham has hinted at a possible Iranian link to the incident. The PM;s speculation, however, has drawn a strong and angry reply from Iran.

Speaking to the BBC, Burnham stated there were "strong indications" that Iran played a role in the incident, but did not provide more details.

The newly appointed UK PM added that they are working in close coordination with the United States in the investigation.

"There are strong indications that Iran played a part in what happened over the weekend at RAF Fairford, but of course it remains an ongoing, complex and serious police investigation," Burnham was q...