Dobrindt Warns of Escalating Drone Activity as Security Concerns Mount Across Northern Europe
Rostock, Germany - Following reports of multiple, coordinated drone flights over teh port of rostock and facilities of defense contractors, German politicians are sounding the alarm about potential security breaches and escalating tensions in Northern Europe. Alexander Dobrindt, a leading figure in the Christian Social Union (CSU), characterized the drone activity as a “warning signal,” demanding a complete investigation and bolstered defenses.
The incidents, occurring as Poland prepares for a potential “crisis situation” following repeated airspace violations and denmark recently closed airports due to similar intrusions, raise fears of purposeful probing of European defenses and potential escalation linked to the conflict in Ukraine.The German Federal Police observed several large quadrocopters, each weighing over 2.5 kilograms, flying in a “coordinated and connected” manner over Rostock’s Überseehafen on Monday, according to authorities cited by Der Spiegel.
Adding to the concern, a defense industry source revealed that a drone flew over the grounds of a major arms manufacturer two days prior. While detected during its approach, the operator remains unidentified. The company, which produces critical air defense systems used by both the German military and Ukrainian forces, requested anonymity citing security concerns.Airbus Defence has also reported prolonged drone overflights of its facilities, with authorities unable to compel the drones to land, as disclosed by the company’s CEO in a recent interview with BILD.
The situation is unfolding ahead of a crucial EU summit in Copenhagen, prompting heightened security measures. Germany has deployed a drone defense unit and a warship to the region. Denmark’s Transport Minister Thomas Danielsen stated that the recent airspace violations represent the most significant breach of Danish airspace since World War II. Poland has also reported multiple incursions of Russian drones into its airspace, including one that reached near Warsaw on the night of September 9-10.
