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Six NATO Nations to Build 'Drone Wall' Against Russian Threats

Norway, Poland, Finland, and the Baltic states collaborate on a high-tech border defense system to counteract Russian provocations.

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Poland announces plans for Russia, Belarus border
A homemade prototype drone is tested with fake RPG -7 grenade in a field outside the city on November 9, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine. NATO states along the alliance's eastern flank will bolster their protection against "unfriendly countries" with unmanned vehicles, Lithuania's interior minister has said,
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Overview

  • The 'drone wall' will stretch from Norway to Poland, incorporating drones and other advanced technologies.
  • Poland's $2.55 billion 'Shield-East' project aims to fortify its eastern border by 2028.
  • The initiative responds to various non-military threats, including cyberattacks and weaponized migration.
  • Participating countries are exploring EU funding to support the project.
  • The plan includes regional drills and modern surveillance systems to enhance security.