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    German cabinet plans to allow military to shoot down illegal drones, draft shows

    Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

    Posted on January 14, 2025

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    Last updated: January 27, 2026

    The image depicts the German military's readiness to combat illegal drones as outlined in the recent cabinet draft. This action reflects heightened security measures in response to potential threats over critical infrastructure.
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    Quick Summary

    Germany's cabinet plans to authorize military action against illegal drones, addressing security threats from Russia. The amendment to the Aviation Security Act allows military intervention upon local authority requests.

    German Cabinet Approves Military Action Against Illegal Drones

    BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's cabinet is set to approve plans on Wednesday authorising the armed forces to shoot down illegal drones following repeated reports of illegal flights over critical infrastructure, a draft amendment seen by Reuters showed.

    Germany has been on high alert for hybrid attacks from Russia since the full-scales invasion of Ukraine. In one of the latest cases, police said on Monday they were investigating suspected Russian espionage after drones were sighted over military installations in Bavaria.

    Under the planned amendment to the Aviation Security Act, local authorities will be able to ask the military to take action if they deem it necessary. In this case, the armed forces will be allowed to use force against illegal drones in the event of an imminent, particularly serious accident, the draft said.

    Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government aims to push the amendment through the Bundestag lower house of parliament before a federal election on Feb. 23 but it is unclear whether it will muster a majority for the move.

    (Reporting by Alexander Ratz; Writing by Madeline Chambers; Editing by Thomas Seythal and Kirsti Knolle)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Germany plans to authorize military to shoot down illegal drones.
    • •The move is in response to hybrid threats from Russia.
    • •Local authorities can request military intervention under new rules.
    • •The amendment targets illegal flights over critical infrastructure.
    • •The government aims to pass the amendment before February elections.

    Frequently Asked Questions about German cabinet plans to allow military to shoot down illegal drones, draft shows

    1What is the main topic?

    The main topic is Germany's plan to authorize military action against illegal drones to enhance security.

    2What prompted this legislative change?

    The change is prompted by hybrid threats from Russia and illegal drone flights over critical infrastructure.

    3What does the amendment to the Aviation Security Act entail?

    It allows local authorities to request military intervention against illegal drones if deemed necessary.

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