Drone incidents near UK military bases double year-on-year
Summary
The number of drone incidents near UK military bases has doubled from 2024 to 2025, increasing from 126 to 266. The UK government is working on laws to give military personnel the power to shoot down threatening drones near military sites.Key Facts
- Drones incidents near UK military bases increased from 126 in 2024 to 266 in 2025.
- The UK government suggests some incidents might involve hostile state actors.
- Current laws do not allow military personnel to shoot down drones; only police can do so.
- New legislation aims to allow the military to take direct action against drones.
- Existing military actions include using equipment to redirect drones or disrupt their signals.
- Drone sightings have been reported over several British air bases used by the US Air Force.
- New UK rules require drone fliers to have IDs for devices weighing at least 100g.
- Europe has experienced more drone activity, possibly linked to Russia's ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
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