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Why is Denmark banning drone flights?

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Denmark is banning civilian drone flights after unauthorized drones were spotted over military facilities and caused airport disruptions. The ban aims to prevent confusion between hostile and legal drones, especially during a European Summit in Copenhagen, amid heightened security concerns and suspicions of possible foreign involvement.

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Denmark bans drone flights after sightings at military bases

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  • Denmark temporarily bans civilian drone flights after drones spotted over military facilities.
  • Drone sightings led to temporary shutdowns at Arborg and Copenhagen airports. 13s
  • Danish authorities describe the incidents as a potential hybrid attack but have not identified a perpetrator. 43s
  • The civilian drone ban coincides with Denmark hosting an EU summit and increased security measures. 1m 9s
  • A German air defence frigate has arrived to assist with airspace surveillance during the summit. 1m 27s
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Denmark bans drone flights after sightings at military bases
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Reuters
3 hours ago
Denmark bans drone flights after sightings at military bases

Denmark is temporarily banning civilian drone flights after drones were spotted over several military facilities and airports, citing security concerns.

Denmark bans drone flights after sightings at military bases
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Reuters
3 hours ago
Denmark bans drone flights after sightings at military bases

Under the ban, civilian drones will be barred from Danish airspace from Monday through Friday as Denmark hosts a summit of European leaders.

Denmark bans all drone flights ahead of EU Summit in Copenhagen
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Euronews
8 hours ago
Denmark bans all drone flights ahead of EU Summit in Copenhagen

The Danish Transportation Ministry said the ban is aimed at removing the risk that enemy drones are confused with legal ones and vice versa.

Denmark bans all drone flights ahead of EU Summit in Copenhagen
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Euronews
8 hours ago
Denmark bans all drone flights ahead of EU Summit in Copenhagen

Security will be a main focus during the upcoming European Summit in Copenhagen, following multiple reports of drone sightings that forced airport shutdowns.

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