Drone Sighting at Copenhagen Airport Sparks Fears of Russian Involvement

Copenhagen Airport Drone Sighting: Russia's Involvement Cannot Be Ruled Out, Danish PM Says In a shocking incident that has left the international community on high alert, Copenhagen airport was forced to shut down for several hours on Monday night due to a drone sighting. According to Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Russian involvement in the incident cannot be ruled out. The incident occurred at around 20:30 (18:30 GMT) when multiple drones were spotted near Kastrup airport in Copenhagen. The airport was forced to shut down for several hours, causing disruptions to flights and passengers. "It says something about the times we live in and what we as a society must be prepared to deal with," Frederiksen said in a statement. Frederiksen made a link between the incident in Copenhagen and recent Russian drone incursions in Poland and Romania, as well as the violation of Estonian airspace by Russian fighter jets. "The motive for the incursion in Copenhagen had likely been to disrupt, create unrest... to see how far you can go and test the limits," she added. When asked about the allegations of Russian involvement, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called them "unfounded." However, Frederiksen stood firm on her statement, saying that the possibility of Russian involvement could not be ruled out. The incident has raised concerns about the increasing use of drones for malicious purposes. "This is a new and evolving threat that requires a coordinated response from governments and international organizations," said a spokesperson for the European Union. In recent years, there have been several incidents of drone sightings near airports in Europe, including a similar incident at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport last year. However, this incident is particularly concerning due to its proximity to major infrastructure and the potential for disruption. The use of drones for malicious purposes has become an increasingly pressing concern for governments around the world. As technology advances, it becomes easier for individuals or groups to access and operate drones, making them a potentially powerful tool for disruption. In response to the incident, Denmark's government has vowed to increase security measures at airports and improve coordination with international partners to prevent similar incidents in the future. As the investigation into the incident continues, questions remain about the motivations behind the drone sighting and the potential involvement of external actors. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the evolving nature of threats to national security and the need for governments and international organizations to stay ahead of emerging technologies. Background: The use of drones for malicious purposes has become an increasingly pressing concern for governments around the world. In recent years, there have been several incidents of drone sightings near airports in Europe, including a similar incident at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport last year. Additional Perspectives: Experts say that the increasing use of drones for malicious purposes is a symptom of a larger trend towards asymmetric warfare. "The use of drones allows individuals or groups to attack without being directly involved, making it harder to track and respond to," said Dr. Maria Rodriguez, a security expert at the University of Copenhagen. Current Status: The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with Denmark's government working closely with international partners to determine the motivations behind the drone sighting and the potential involvement of external actors. Next Developments: As the investigation continues, it is likely that more information will come to light about the incident. The Danish government has vowed to increase security measures at airports and improve coordination with international partners to prevent similar incidents in the future. *Reporting by Bbc.*