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Drones repeatedly flown over US airbases in UK prompt hostile reconnaissance fears

Category Details
Incident Overview Drones sighted over multiple UK airbases used by the USAF since November 20.
Locations RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, RAF Feltwell, RAF Fairford.
USAF Statement Drones have not impacted base residents, facilities, or assets; all appropriate measures are being taken.
Drone Characteristics Varied in size, configuration, and number; activity described as “awfully coordinated.”
British MoD Response Counter-drone specialists deployed to affected bases; robust security measures in place.
Context Heightened security concerns over Russian sabotage operations amid the Ukraine conflict.
Similar Sightings in the US Reported over Edwards Air Force Base and Langley Air Force Base; Pentagon unclear about perpetrators or motives.
International Incidents August: Drones spotted over Kongsberg facility in Norway producing anti-aircraft defenses for Ukraine.
NATO Concerns NATO alarmed over malign activities on Allied territory, including Russian sabotage and espionage operations.
UK Arrests and Actions Arrests linked to Russian intelligence activities; UK dismantling Russian intelligence networks.
Official Measures UK removed diplomatic premises status of a suspected Russian intelligence meeting site.

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Source: The Record

Published on: November 27, 2024

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