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Volodymyr Zelensky: Drone's Deemed Not a Threat to Aircraft
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin says the drones were not a threat but may be part of a Russian-inspired hybrid campaign prompting plans to boost anti-drone defenses.
- On Dec 10, Prime Minister Micheal Martin said, `The drones were not a threat to President Zelensky's aircraft- that needs to be clear- because it had safely landed quite some time prior to this incident,' Martin said.
- Martin suggested the circumstances are suggestive of this being part of a Russian-inspired hybrid campaign against European Union and Ukrainian interests, while drone flights of mostly unknown origin disrupted airspace in several European countries in recent months.
- A small number of unidentified drones were observed near a naval service vessel patrolling off Dublin on the evening of President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit on 2 December 2025.
- Ireland has vowed to increase defence spending and invest in anti-drone technology, with Micheal Martin confident it can protect European leaders at a summit during Ireland's Presidency next year.
- Drone flights of mostly unknown origin have disrupted airspace operations in several European countries in recent months, while a Russian embassy in Dublin spokesperson called suggestions of Russia's involvement baseless.
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C 33%
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