What risks do accessible drone technologies bring and how do they affect Europe

In a speech at Westminster, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that drone technology has become accessible and cheap, facilitating large-scale attacks without the need for huge financial resources. He warned that threats no longer come only from states, but also from criminal networks and terrorist groups that can access these technologies. Zelensky criticized the military cooperation between Russia and Iran, highlighting the use of Shahed drones by Russia to strike critical infrastructure in Ukraine. He also mentioned that the war in the Middle East has implications for Europe, and the technologies used there can be replicated. Ukraine is ready to provide defensive support to Western states, including interception teams and radar systems. Zelensky warned about the risks of attacks launched from maritime vessels, calling for international cooperation to strengthen defense systems in the face of these emerging threats.