Copenhagen Summit On High Alert Amid Drone Threats

Wed Oct 22 2025 02:13:45 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

European leaders gather in Copenhagen to address rising security concerns and reinforce air defenses following drone disruptions at Danish airports.

In light of recent drone threats and security breaches, Europe’s leaders convened in Copenhagen to promote a multi-layered defense strategy against aerial incursions, particularly from Russia. Denmark has fortified its security for the summit, restricting drone flights and enhancing surveillance, as concerns grow over EU's eastern flank security.

EU leaders gather in Copenhagen under pressure to boost European defence after a series of Russian incursions into EU airspace and days after drones targeted Danish airports.

The incursions have become most acute for countries on the EU's eastern flank, such as Poland and Estonia. Ten member states back plans for a multi-layered 'drone wall' to quickly detect, track, and destroy Russian drones.

Denmark has beefed up security for the summit, banning all civilian drone flights until Friday and placing heavy restrictions on traffic in Copenhagen, although there's been little alarm in the city center.

Copenhagen will also host a broader European Political Community summit, supported by international allies to ensure both events occur without incident. Polish, Dutch, Finnish, Swedish, and US surveillance support is active, along with a German frigate in port.

While Danish police found no direct Russian involvement in last week's drone disruptions, concerns remain high. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has emphasized that Russia poses a significant threat to Europe's security. Also, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson pointed out that evidence points to Russian involvement.

Additionally, the upcoming summits have drawn heightened scrutiny and requests for better security protocols, leading EU leaders to formulate a roadmap for enhanced defense and military production initiatives aimed at future threats.

In context, officials believe that Europe's security landscape is changing, compelling nations to advance cooperative defense efforts to preempt hybrid warfare strategies.