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Germany Strengthens Airport Drone Defense Amid Rising Threats

12/7/2025

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Germany is boosting anti-drone defenses at airports after a surge linked to Russia.
Germany's Interior Ministry established a counter-drone unit and a Joint Drone Defense Center to coordinate among federal police, state authorities, and the Bundeswehr.
By October 2025, authorities reported more than 190 drone incidents, prompting security and travel-disruption concerns.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport faced temporary shutdowns from drone sightings, affecting hundreds of passengers.

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Germany is boosting anti-drone defenses at airports after a surge linked to Russia.
Germany's Interior Ministry established a counter-drone unit and a Joint Drone Defense Center to coordinate among federal police, state authorities, and the Bundeswehr.
By October 2025, authorities reported more than 190 drone incidents, prompting security and travel-disruption concerns.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport faced temporary shutdowns from drone sightings, affecting hundreds of passengers.