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Which German region will first report a drone shootdown under the new amendment by January 2026?
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Bavaria • 25%
North Rhine-Westphalia • 25%
Baden-Württemberg • 25%
Other • 25%
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Germany Authorizes Military to Shoot Down Unidentified Drones Under Aviation Security Act Amid National Security Concerns
Jan 14, 2025, 11:11 PM
Germany's cabinet has approved a draft amendment to the Aviation Security Act, granting its armed forces the authority to shoot down unidentified drones suspected of spying on military bases and critical infrastructure. This decision comes in response to an increase in drone sightings over military facilities, raising national security concerns. The legislation is aimed at enhancing the military's ability to protect vital sites from potential threats posed by these unmanned aerial vehicles. The amendment does not specify any particular foreign entities as threats, but it reflects a broader strategy to address illicit drone activities in the context of ongoing tensions, particularly with Russia. Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government is moving swiftly to implement these measures, which will enable the Bundeswehr to act decisively against unauthorized drone incursions.
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No • 50%
Yes • 50%
Increased Surveillance • 25%
No Action • 25%
Military Action • 25%
Diplomatic Measures • 25%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
Diplomatic action against Russia • 25%
No significant action • 25%
Increased military security • 25%
Other actions • 25%
Terrorism threat • 25%
Other • 25%
Safety risk • 25%
Espionage • 25%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
Power Plant • 25%
Other • 25%
Military Base • 25%
Industrial Facility • 25%