Germany aims to become Europe's leading producer of military drones to bolster security and support Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of air sovereignty and protecting critical infrastructure despite economic challenges.

Defense Minister Boris Pistorius plans to enhance the role of the National Security Council to coordinate anti-drone efforts, establishing a 24/7 situational overview for strategic decision-making.

The National Security Council, established in August, will analyze global security threats and coordinate Germany’s security policy, especially amid hybrid warfare and the Ukraine conflict.

Drones are recognized as crucial military and civilian tools, vital for monitoring and safeguarding infrastructure such as airports, ports, pipelines, hospitals, and data centers.

Recent drone sightings over Germany, including at Munich Airport, are suspected to be part of a strategic intimidation campaign by Russia, prompting increased security concerns.

Drone overflights at Munich Airport caused temporary shutdowns, highlighting the growing security threat and Europe's concerns over airspace safety amid increasing drone activity.

Russia denies involvement in recent drone incidents and criticizes Western militarization, with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warning of signs of 're-Nazification' in Germany.

Germany is focusing on rapidly scaling its drone industry through technological innovation and alliances between industry, startups, and research institutions to ensure dominance.

Germany has declared it is 'already in a conflict' with Russia, doubling its military budget by 2029, and increasing military support to Ukraine, becoming Kyiv’s second-largest arms supplier.