Members of Parliament and security officials have warned that the United Kingdom must be prepared for the possibility of Russian forces deploying Iranian-made kamikaze drones into British airspace.
The warning was delivered in Parliament during a session where the Shahed-136 drone — a model previously shot down in Ukraine — was presented as evidence of the growing threat. The development comes only weeks after Russian drones were reported to have violated Polish airspace, alongside a series of unexplained drone sightings across Europe.
Despite the concerns raised, it remains unclear what specific measures the UK government intends to implement to counter such incursions. Officials have emphasized the importance of vigilance, noting that any escalation could have serious implications not only for Britain’s national security but also for the stability of the wider European continent.
As tensions in the region continue to rise, lawmakers are urging close monitoring of the situation and swift preparation for potential aerial threats.