Netherlands opens fire on suspicious drones near base with US nuclear weapons
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- Dutch forces attempted to shoot down suspicious drones near Volkel Air Base, which houses U.S. nuclear weapons and Dutch F-35s.
- Similar drone sightings occurred at Belgium's Kleine Brogel Air Base, suspected to be part of an espionage operation linked to Russia.
- Multiple European countries, including Denmark, Lithuania, and Germany, have reported mysterious drone incursions in fall 2025.
- Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof suggested Russia's involvement but acknowledged lack of concrete proof.
- Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans reiterated that drones are banned near military sites and warned of action.