Unidentified Drones Trigger Security Alerts at Danish Belgian Military Sites

Unidentified drones have been repeatedly spotted over military sites in Denmark and Belgium, raising serious security concerns amid ongoing airspace violations by Russia near NATO countries. In Denmark, the Ministry of Defense reported drone incursions over military sites on October 28, leading to measures including a temporary civilian drone ban coinciding with an upcoming EU summit, though no airports were affected this time. Similarly, in Belgium, drones were detected multiple times over the Marche-en-Famenne military base, with investigations by police and intelligence agencies underway; Defence Minister Theo Francken described the drone operators as skilled and suggested ill intent, possibly linked to Russia, though this remains unconfirmed. These incidents reflect a broader pattern of foreign drone and aircraft violations over NATO territories, including Poland, Romania, Estonia, France, and Germany since September 2025. Belgium is responding by accelerating the procurement of drone detection and destruction systems to bolster its defense capabilities. Both countries emphasize the complexity of the current security environment and the need for stringent measures to protect critical military infrastructure.