Is there a "gap" in Bulgaria's airspace? NATO is increasing measures to counter Russian drones

Monday, Oct 6, 2025

Russian drone threats force NATO to invest heavily in air defense and consider new strategies against incursions.

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The threat posed by Russian drones and fighters entering NATO airspace necessitates significant investment in air defense and military aviation, forcing member states to consider difficult actions. While NATO has substantially increased its capabilities in the Black Sea region, responding to incoming foreign drones remains a serious challenge because they are hard to detect, relatively inexpensive, and their countermeasures are disproportionately costly. Discussions are underway regarding the construction of a European drone barrier intended to protect the entire continent, not just eastern flank nations, although this project is still in its early stages.


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