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All 78 World Cup matches have counter-drone technology: White House official

All 78 World Cup matches have counter-drone technology: White House official

Summary

All 78 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in the U.S. are protected by counter-drone technology to prevent drone attacks. The FBI also disrupted a drone attack plot targeting a UFC event near the White House, leading to five arrests.

Key Facts

  • Every World Cup match in the U.S. has counter-drone technology to stop unauthorized drones.
  • Each city hosting a fan fest during the World Cup will also have counter-drone protection.
  • Counter-drone measures can include jamming drones so they land safely.
  • The White House World Cup Task Force began preparing local police last year on drone threats.
  • New laws let local police activate counter-drone systems after FBI training.
  • The FBI seized 35 unauthorized drones near World Cup venues in Miami and Atlanta.
  • The FBI stopped a planned explosive drone attack at the UFC Freedom 250 event near the White House.
  • Five people were arrested in connection with the thwarted drone plot.
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