Kremlin Denies Russia Linked to Europe-Wide Drone Incidents

The Kremlin has strongly denied any involvement in recent drone sightings across Europe, dismissing allegations made by European politicians, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as unfounded and indiscriminate. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov criticized Western European officials for blaming Russia without evidence and urged them to "broaden their horizons" regarding the drone incidents. Several European countries have reported unidentified drone flights near sensitive sites, leading to heightened security measures and proposals such as an EU "drone wall" along eastern borders. Russian President Vladimir Putin also stated that Russia has no connection to these incidents, suggesting that the accusations serve to distract from internal European issues. Despite the growing concern in Europe, Moscow maintains that there is no reason to accuse Russia and views the claims as politically motivated. This stance reflects ongoing tensions and the complex geopolitical context surrounding the drone flights.