Coast Guard Practices Drone Shooting
The Finnish Coastal Guard, Defence Forces, and Border Guard are training to defend against drones. They are using weapons to disable these drones. This is because drones are seen as a growing threat.
The Finnish Coastal Guard held a training exercise near Kotka. The goal was to practice protecting against drones. The Defence Forces are looking at ways to use weapons, like assault rifles, to fight drones. The Border Guard also practiced shooting at drones. This is to stop drones from causing harm in cities and towns.
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Highlights
Coastal Guard Training Exercise
The Finnish Coastal Guard practiced defending against drones off Kotka.
Growing Drone Threat
Officials say the training is due to increasing threats from drones.
Defence Forces Explore Methods
The Finnish Defence Forces are looking at using weapons like assault rifles to fight drones.
Targeting Populated Areas
The exercises aim to disable drones to prevent damage.
Coastal Defense Strategy
The practice reflects a strategy to protect Finland’s coastline from drones.