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What steps is NATO taking to boost drone defenses?

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NATO is accelerating efforts to improve air defenses against drones, implementing additional counter-drone measures, expanding patrol flights on the eastern flank, and integrating assets like radars, interceptor drones, and electronic warfare. Cost-effective solutions and cross-border cooperation are emphasized.

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NATO looks to boost drone defenses to counter Russia

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  • NATO is increasing focus on air and drone defenses due to Russian provocations. 9s
  • Germany is boosting patrol flights to protect NATO's eastern flank. 53s
  • Ukraine remains vulnerable to Russian attacks, especially on energy infrastructure. 1m 15s
  • Just over half of NATO Allies have committed to supplying Ukraine with key weapons. 1m 41s
  • European arms deliveries to Ukraine have declined by more than 40% since July. 1m 49s
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NATO looks to boost drone defenses to counter Russia
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DW News
12 hours ago
NATO looks to boost drone defenses to counter Russia

NATO must improve its air defense, especially in countering enemy drones, and will implement additional counter-drone measures to expand and accelerate its ability to counter drones.

NATO looks to boost drone defenses to counter Russia
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DW News
12 hours ago
NATO looks to boost drone defenses to counter Russia

Germany is increasing its commitment by contributing patrol flights to protect NATO's eastern flank, with the largest European NATO air force commitment to Allied airspace.

What is a drone wall and why is the EU discussing one?
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Reuters
18 hours ago
What is a drone wall and why is the EU discussing one?

Integrating all air defense assets—ground radars, fighter jets, cheap interceptor drones, missiles, and electronic warfare—to jam drones, working in tandem around the clock, is key to countering drone threats.

What is a drone wall and why is the EU discussing one?
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Reuters
18 hours ago
What is a drone wall and why is the EU discussing one?

NATO deployed F-35 and F-16 jets, helicopters, and a Patriot air defense system in response to a drone incursion, highlighting the need for more cost-effective counter-drone solutions.

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