Ever wondered if those mysterious flying machines buzzing over northern Europe were more than just a glitch on radar? This week, the EU got a taste of real-life drone drama, and Russia didn’t waste a second to call out what it sees as "hysteria."
According to Vladislav Maslennikov, director of the Russian Foreign Ministry’s Department for European Affairs, the EU is using the thrills and chills of unidentified drones spotted in Denmark and Germany to push for bigger military budgets. “It’s all about justifying military spending,” he argued, warning that it could hurt social stability and everyday living standards. 😳
The story kicked off when several drones swooped over Copenhagen Airport and popped up near military bases in Germany’s northern border state. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen dubbed the incident a "serious attack" on critical infrastructure, setting off alarms across Europe.
But wait—Russia’s not buying the scare tactics. Vladimir Chizhov, first deputy chairman of the Federation Council Committee on Defense and Security, told Russia-24 TV, "We don’t need to flex our muscles by sending drones into EU airspace." 🚀
Adding another twist, Maslennikov pointed out that the EU still hasn’t agreed on the fine print of a proposed "drone wall"—a new line of defense meant to keep unidentified UAVs out. Without a deal, Europe’s left with more questions than answers. 🤔
As the debate unfolds, one thing’s clear: the skies over Europe are the new stage for high-stakes posturing. Will the EU find common ground on drone defenses, or is the real battle brewing over whose budgets get a boost? Stay tuned. 👀
Reference(s):
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