UK Deploys Counter-Drone Units to Belgium as Mystery Flights Persist
Officials say the origin remains unknown despite repeated sightings near highly sensitive air bases.
Overview
- Belgian defense minister Theo Francken confirmed that Britain has sent personnel and equipment to bolster counter‑drone operations.
- France and Germany previously announced similar support, expanding allied assistance to Belgian authorities.
- Authorities have reported unidentified drones since October 10, with Brussels, Liège and Charleroi airports briefly suspending flights on November 4–5.
- Sightings have been logged near the Kleine-Brogel and Florennes bases, locations tied to U.S. tactical nuclear storage and newly delivered F‑35s.
- Francken called Russia a likely suspect without providing evidence, the Russian embassy denied any involvement, and officials report no arrests or drone shootdowns.