Attention, drone! Is Europe doing enough to protect itself?

Monday, Feb 16, 2026

Mediapool

Drone defense is crucial for EU nations, but Bulgaria remains a weak point on NATO’s eastern flank.

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Drone defense is becoming an increasingly vital component of the armed forces of EU member states, with experiences from the war in Ukraine being analyzed daily. The danger of Russian drones entering NATO airspace necessitates growing national investments as well as efforts at the NATO and EU levels. Various initiatives are underway, but they remain largely conceptual, requiring member states to take independent action for adequate defense against new threats. Bulgaria remains a weak point on the eastern flank of NATO, and this weakness extends to drone defense.

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