Security.Table Talk of the town German Armed Forces

Danger from drones: Why the Bundeswehr should take over police duties

In the future, the Bundeswehr is to be able to establish the identities of suspicious persons outside of military areas – and thus take on police duties. The so-called Article Act provides for new powers for the troops.

10. September 2025
Archive image: Naval radio station in Rhauderfehn. The facility is said to have been spied on with drones in April. (picture alliance / dpa | Friso Gentsch)

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Last updated: 10. September 2025