UK military to get powers to shoot down drones near bases

British soldiers will be granted new powers to shoot down drones threatening military bases.

The plans, to be unveiled by Defence Secretary John Healey in a speech on Monday, are intended to allow troops to take faster, more decisive action.

Four British airbases used by U.S. forces reported mystery drone sightings last year, while drones have disrupted airspace across Europe a number of times in recent months.

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