Major disruptions hit European air travel as Copenhagen and Oslo airports face critical incidents caused by drone sightings. Passengers at Copenhagen Airport were thrown into chaos when the facility temporarily closed due to reports of multiple unidentified drones flying in the area.

On Monday, airport authorities announced a brief closure of Copenhagen’s airspace, stating they had spotted two to three unidentified drones. As a result, approximately 15 flights were diverted to alternative airports, leaving passengers stranded and confused.

Not to be outdone, Oslo Airport also suspended operations after a similar drone sighting occurred at midnight local time. Flights were redirected to the nearest locations, highlighting the growing challenges faced by air travel in the region.

Copenhagen police revealed that eyewitness reports indicated the presence of three or four large drones, which continued to hover back and forth over the airport, according to duty officer Anette Ostenfeldt. She confirmed that these drones were larger than typical models available for personal use, raising concerns about their origin.

These drone incidents occur amidst heightened tensions in Europe, with several nations reporting airspace violations attributed to Russian military activity. Just days prior, Estonia reported that Russian MiG-31 fighter jets had entered its airspace without authorization.

Poland, during a recent Russian airstrike on Ukraine, revealed that it had to shoot down about 19 Russian drones entering its territory, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. Romania has also recorded similar incursions by Russian drones.

In response to these airspace violations, the United Nations Security Council convened to discuss the alarming trend. Russia's ambassador, Dmitry Polyanskiy, vehemently denied the allegations, claiming that their aircraft actions adhered strictly to international regulations. However, NATO allies voiced their concerns, warning that such reckless actions could trigger direct confrontations.

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper delivered a stern message at the UNSC meeting, asserting that NATO remains prepared to defend its skies against such provocations. As the situation unfolds, NATO's North Atlantic Council is scheduled to meet for further discussions.

With tensions on the rise and air travel safety at risk, the world watches closely as these incidents continue to develop.