Recent drone incursions have been reported over military facilities in Denmark, leading to temporary airspace closures and raising concerns about national security. Among the affected sites was Karup airbase, Denmark's largest military installation, which had to restrict air traffic due to unauthorized drone activity.
According to reports, the drone sightings occurred overnight, with similar incidents also noted in Germany, Norway, and Lithuania. Danish authorities described the situation as possibly part of a 'hybrid attack,' though they cautioned that there is no definitive evidence linking it to foreign actors, such as Russia.
Duty officer Simon Skelsjaer stated the incursions began around 20:15 local time on the affected day, forcing law enforcement to investigate without being able to identify the drones' origins, as they were not brought down. However, the military and police are cooperating closely in their efforts.
This latest wave of drone sightings follows a series of air traffic disruptions in Denmark, including at Copenhagen airport, which briefly closed earlier in the week over drone concerns, prompting disruptions that were echoed in several other neighboring airports. Some sources indicate that this may be connected to a broader strategy of indirect aggression amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as Denmark continues to support NATO and Western military efforts.
The escalation in drone activity has prompted the Danish Defense Ministry to confirm that these incursions are serious. As part of their investigation into the incidents, authorities emphasize the risk posed to national airspace and the potential implications for military readiness and civilian safety.
As tensions escalate, particularly related to the invasion of Ukraine, many NATO countries are on high alert for such incidents. Officials are left to determine further responses and measure national security against potential threats from drones, a modern challenge in warfare.
