Kremlin suspected of flying drones over Europe using Russian shadow fleet
A report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies suggests that Russian 'shadow fleet' vessels may be coordinating drone flights over NATO military bases and critical infrastructure in Europe. The findings highlight significant vulnerabilities in European air defense systems against low-cost surveillance technology.
Why it matters
It underscores the evolving nature of hybrid warfare and the difficulty of securing critical infrastructure against non-traditional aerial threats.
I spy a drone carrier Kremlin suspected of flying drones over Europe using Russian shadow fleet Drone intruders that possibly flew from Russian ships showed Europe isn’t ready.
The article reports on the findings of a specific research institute and presents the data regarding drone sightings objectively.
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