A group of protestors, including a Powys woman, were arrested on Tuesday morning after they staged a demonstration against the Iran War by blocking the main gates of RAF Lakenheath.

Angie Zelter from Knucklas in Powys was one of thirteen people arrested after they blocked the main gates of RAF Lakenheath for more than five hours. The base is exclusively used by the United States Air Force.

The protestors’ blockade saw the individuals lock themselves to a car, a large multi-coloured peace symbol and each other.

Speaking on the conflict Angie Zelter said: “I am here to protest about the UK & US committing War Crimes in Iran. It is Israel and the USA that have nuclear weapons, not Iran.

“I am ashamed and horrified at the UK supporting the Israeli genocide in Gaza and the Israeli annexation of the West Bank and Gaza by allowing Israeli planes to use Lakenheath and Mildenhall.”

The 13 were taken to investigation centres in Bury St Edmunds and Martlesham for questioning.

The arrests relate to locking on, conspiracy to cause a public nuisance, attempting to lock on or criminal damage.

A spokesperson for Suffolk Police said: “Officers arrived at the base soon after 6am following reports of protesters locking themselves to their own vehicles outside the main gate and gathering at two other entrances. One gate was cleared by around 10am Tuesday morning; the others by early afternoon.

“The activity caused disruption to motorists, with some road closures implemented during the protest as officers assisted with traffic management.

“Officers remained on site until further notice.

“Suffolk Police has a duty to enforce the law without fear or favour and as it currently stands, not as it might be in the future. As such, where offences are believed to have occurred appropriate action will be taken.

“Although the High Court found the proscription of Palestine Action to be unlawful, it also confirmed that the impact of that judgement will not take effect until the Government’s appeal has been considered.”