Germany's defense minister admits the nation is "really behind" in drone defense following recent airspace incursions. Key issues include equipment shortages, like delayed anti-aircraft tanks, and fragmented military-police responsibilities. In response, Germany is amending laws to empower its military and rapidly acquiring armed drones, including kamikaze types, drawing lessons from Ukraine.
Germany's defense minister admits the nation is "really behind" in drone defense following recent airspace incursions. Key issues include equipment shortages, like delayed anti-aircraft tanks, and fragmented military-police responsibilities. In response, Germany is amending laws to empower its military and rapidly acquiring armed drones, including kamikaze types, drawing lessons from Ukraine.