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politics22 days ago•2 min saved

UK drone incidents near bases surge; government to empower shoot-downs

BBC data show drone incidents near UK military bases rose from 126 in 2024 to 266 in 2025. Defence Secretary John Healey says the increase, possibly involving hostile state actors, underscores evolving threats and the government's plan under the Armed Forces Bill to give the military power to shoot down rogue drones near bases and extend counter-drone capabilities (including underwater drones). Rules for drone operators were tightened earlier this year with flier IDs for drones 100g and above.

via BBC|

#armed-forces-bill #counter-drone-technology #drone-incidents

world1 month ago•2 min saved

North Korea Accuses South of Drone Incidents and Vows Response

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong called on South Korea to investigate recent drone incursions into North Korean airspace, emphasizing the importance of accountability regardless of who operated the drones, amid ongoing tensions and previous drone flights from South Korea.

via Reuters|

#airspace-violation #drone-incidents #kim-yo-jong

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Germany Deploys Laser System to Counter Rising Drone Incidents at Munich Airport

Germany has deployed a laser-based system near Munich Airport to detect and track unauthorized drones following recent disruptions to air traffic caused by drone sightings, with authorities taking additional measures to ensure safety and investigate the incidents.

via UNITED24 Media|

#air-traffic-disruption #drone-incidents #germany

world4 months ago•1 min saved

France Detains Russian-Linked Tanker Crew Amid Rising Drone and Sabotage Incidents

France is investigating the captain of an oil tanker, part of the Russian ghost fleet, after a series of drone incursions near Denmark. French Navy commandos boarded the ship, which is flying under the flag of Benin and was near Denmark during the incidents, and detained the crew for questioning. The investigation focuses on potential violations related to the drone activities and the ship's registration, amid broader concerns about maritime security and sanctions evasion.

via The Daily Beast|

#drone-incidents #france #maritime-security

world4 months ago•4 min saved

European nations tighten stance on Russia amid escalating maritime and cyber threats

European leaders, including Macron and Frederiksen, are adopting a more aggressive stance against Russia, emphasizing the need to shoot down drones, target illicit oil shipments, and impose stricter sanctions, especially on Russia's energy sector, to counter hybrid warfare and support Ukraine.

via AP News|

#drone-incidents #europe #russia

world4 months ago•2 min saved

France detains crew of tanker linked to Russian 'shadow fleet'

French authorities arrested the captain and first officer of the tanker Boracay, suspected of operating for Russia’s shadow fleet involved in recent drone incidents near Denmark, amid ongoing investigations into the vessel's activities and its connection to broader sanctions against Russia.

via NBC News|

#drone-incidents #european-union-sanctions #france

world4 months ago•4 min saved

France probes Russia-linked tanker amid escalating European tensions

French military boarded the Russia-linked oil tanker Boracay, suspected of launching mystery drones that caused airport closures in Denmark, amid ongoing investigations into its activities and connections to Russia's shadow fleet.

via The Guardian|

#drone-incidents #french-military #oil-tanker

world5 months ago•4 min saved

Danish Authorities Link Drone Attacks to State Actor Amid Rising Tensions

Danish authorities reported unexplained drone flyovers at four airports, suspected to be a 'hybrid attack' possibly linked to Russian espionage amid heightened regional tensions, prompting discussions on drone defense measures and NATO cooperation.

via AP News|

#denmark #drone-incidents #nato

world5 months ago•2 min saved

Europe braces as drone incidents at Copenhagen and Oslo airports raise security concerns

Europe is on high alert as Russia denies involvement in drone incidents near Oslo and Copenhagen, which disrupted air traffic; Denmark and Norway investigate potential links, amid broader concerns of Russian escalation in the region.

via Kyiv Post|

#air-traffic-disruption #copenhagen #drone-incidents

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Russian Airports Disrupted by Drone Attacks and Suspensions

Multiple drone interceptions and flight disruptions occurred in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other Russian regions, with authorities reporting numerous drones being shot down, amid ongoing tensions related to the Ukraine conflict. No casualties were reported, but airspace restrictions affected flights and caused delays, as both Russia and Ukraine continue their military activities and diplomatic efforts for peace.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#airspace-disruption #drone-incidents #military-conflict

international-relations2 years ago•5 min saved

Escalating Tensions: US and Russian Operations in Syria Amid Ukraine War

Tensions between the US and Russia are escalating as incidents involving their aircraft in Syria continue to occur. Two US MQ-9 Reaper drones were damaged by flares released from Russian jets, adding to a total of six incidents in July. These confrontations highlight the dangers of operating in close proximity and raise questions about the legal mandate for US forces in Syria. The US justifies its presence by assisting in targeting the remnants of ISIS, but the risks of escalation with Russia and Iran outweigh the benefits. Calls for the US to withdraw its forces from Syria are growing, but resistance remains in Washington. Restoring deconfliction rules and working towards de-escalation is crucial, while the US military presence in Syria needs to be reevaluated and withdrawn.

via Truthout|

#drone-incidents #international-relations #proxy-war