Flights resume at Brussels Airport after drone sightings

Brussels Airport resumed flights after a shutdown due to drone sightings, causing delays and cancellations. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns regarding drone activities in Europe.
Flights resume at Brussels Airport after drone sightings
Why it matters
Brussels Airport resumed flight operations on Wednesday morning after a temporary closure caused by drone sightings the previous evening. The airport had to suspend operations for safety reasons, leading to numerous flight delays and cancellations. Over 400 passengers were stranded overnight due to the disruptions. The Belgian national security council plans to convene to discuss the implications of these drone sightings, which have become increasingly common across Europe. Defense Minister Theo Francken indicated that the incidents might be part of a broader strategy to create panic and destabilization in Belgium. Similar drone sightings have previously led to airport closures in Copenhagen and Oslo, raising concerns about security in the region, particularly regarding NATO airbases.
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