On 16 October 2025, the EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell announced a target to develop and operationalize a new anti-drone system by 2027 to counter threats from Russia, particularly amid ongoing concerns stemming from the war in Ukraine. This effort is part of a larger EU defense strategy aiming for comprehensive readiness against potential Russian aggression by 2030. Borrell highlighted the urgency due to recent drone incursions over Poland and Romania, the need to improve the EU’s ability to quickly detect and neutralize Russian drones, and to counter Russia’s hybrid warfare tactics. The anti-drone system falls under the EU’s 27-strong member state commitment to build a robust military capability involving air and missile defense by the 2030 deadline. Plans are underway for close cooperation with NATO to avoid duplication and improve collective defense. Despite financial commitments running into billions, no precise budget figures were disclosed. The announcement follows multiple drone incidents involving Russian drones shot down by NATO allies, underscoring an escalating security environment in Europe.
Category: Military & Paramilitary Operations
Subcategory: High-Tech Military Tools
Incident Type: Drone swarms & UAV surveillance
Country: European Union
Source report: www.bbc.com/news/arti…
