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Germany Sees Surge in Drone Sightings Over Navy Bases

11/28/2025

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In October 2025, Germany reported a record number of drone sightings over military bases, notably naval installations.
The shift follows previous sightings over army and air force bases, including those training Ukrainian troops.
Torsten Akmann, vice president of Germany's military intelligence service, said the navy is currently the most affected.
NATO heightened Baltic Sea security after Russia's 2022 invasion, with a 2024 multi-national naval headquarters to coordinate operations.

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In October 2025, Germany reported a record number of drone sightings over military bases, notably naval installations.
The shift follows previous sightings over army and air force bases, including those training Ukrainian troops.
Torsten Akmann, vice president of Germany's military intelligence service, said the navy is currently the most affected.
NATO heightened Baltic Sea security after Russia's 2022 invasion, with a 2024 multi-national naval headquarters to coordinate operations.