Finland has restricted vessel traffic in the Gulf of Finland due to the threat posed by drones
On the morning of August 14, the Finnish Armed Forces temporarily restricted air and maritime traffic in the eastern part of the Gulf of Finland. The reason was the possible presence of drones.
The restrictions were in place for several hours as a precautionary measure. According to the Finnish military, no drones entered the country’s airspace.
The restrictions were imposed at 4:00 a.m. The airspace restrictions were lifted at 7:27 a.m., and the maritime restrictions were lifted at 7:43 a.m., the Finnish Defense Forces reported.
This was a precautionary measure in response to the possible appearance of drones.
According to the Finnish Armed Forces, no drones entered Finnish territory.
This was reported by Helsingin Sanomat.
Finland restricted air and maritime traffic due to the threat of drones.
As a reminder, Finland restricted shipping in the Gulf of Finland due to the Russian threat.
On the morning of July 4, the Finnish Armed Forces temporarily restricted air and maritime traffic in the eastern part of the Gulf of Finland. These measures were implemented for security reasons.
