EU leaders meet to plan defence strategy after drone incursions over Denmark
Europe • Oct 2, 2025, 8:54 AM
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EU leaders meet in Copenhagen Wednesday to reinforce Europe’s defences and Ukraine aid after a wave of mysterious drone incursions over Denmark fuelled fears of Russian hybrid attacks. Brussels is urging member states to unite behind four flagship defence projects: a drone wall, eastern flank security, missile-defence systems and a space-based shield. France24 International Affairs editor Philip Turle gives his insights.
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