Following a closed-door meeting of a parliamentary committee on Monday, most MPs expressed confidence that Luxembourg is generally well-prepared to respond to potential drone threats. However, few details were provided regarding new government measures.
The government is currently drafting an action plan to clarify legal and operational procedures for possible drone attacks on critical infrastructure. The topic has gained urgency internationally, especially after drone sightings forced the complete suspension of air traffic at several European airports last autumn.
MP Yves Cruchten of the Luxembourg Socialist Workers’ Party (LSAP) described the confidential briefing as “helpful” for preparing emergency response protocols. Key questions under discussion include what equipment is necessary to counter such threats.
In Luxembourg, a specialised police unit is tasked with responding to drones near sensitive sites. When asked whether the country is adequately equipped, Cruchten remained cautious, noting that “one can generally never be well enough prepared” given the rapid evolution of drone technology.
Further details remain scarce for security reasons. In response to a parliamentary question from MP Tom Weidig, Prime Minister Luc Frieden revealed that approximately 40 suspicious drone movements were detected in 2025. He confirmed that police and army units possess means to neutralise drones but stated that, for confidentiality, the specific systems cannot be disclosed.
MP Meris Šehović of the Green Party (Déi Gréng) stated that his key takeaway from the meeting was reassurance: “We are prepared, we already have a number of provisions in place that are already effective,” he said, noting there was no cause for public alarm.
However, he acknowledged that further work is required, including potential legislative updates – particularly regarding the legal protocols for neutralising drones. Šehović also emphasised the need to scrutinise domestic drone production, ensuring that devices manufactured in Luxembourg do not end up in the wrong hands.
He cautioned that the threat of drone attacks should not be viewed in isolation, but rather as part of a broader spectrum of hybrid threats, including cyberattacks. Infrastructure planning, he argued, should reflect this interconnected risk landscape.
Pirate Party MP Marc Goergen also expressed confidence in Luxembourg’s preparedness but raised budgetary considerations. He questioned whether certain defensive equipment should be funded through the defence budget rather than solely through police resources. The Pirate Party advocates for investing in material that can be used both domestically and in international operations, such as those conducted by NATO.
The government’s action plan is expected to be finalised soon and will subsequently be presented to the relevant parliamentary committee for review.
