French Navy opens fire on five drones over Île Longue Submarine Base

On Thursday evening, at approximately 7:30 PM, the French Navy opened fire on a group of five drones that were detected flying over the Île Longue Strategic Submarine Base in Finistère, located on the coast of Brittany. This base is home to France’s fleet of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines, which are part of the Force de dissuasion under the Strategic Ocean Force. As of now, it remains unclear whether any of the drones were successfully shot down, according to reports from the Agence France-Presse (AFP).

The incident highlights ongoing security concerns regarding military installations. Similar situations have been reported globally, including recent developments where countries are increasing their naval presence in response to rising tensions in various regions. For instance, China has deployed over 100 naval and coast guard vessels in East Asia, reflecting a broader trend in military readiness.