On September 30, 2025, Ukraine’s military mission in Denmark launched a training program for European defense partners aimed at strengthening capabilities against drone attacks, according to Associated Press. The initiative brings Ukrainian battlefield experience to the European training ground, as Kyiv shares both defensive and offensive know-how on unmanned aerial systems that have become a defining feature of the war with Russia.
European armies learn combat-tested tactics
During the exercises, European forces receive direct instruction on anti-drone systems, battlefield tactics, and technological solutions that Ukraine has refined under real combat conditions. The training is designed to prepare European militaries to detect, repel, or minimize strikes on critical infrastructure—particularly in border areas and states facing heightened risks of drone incursions.
Sharing Ukraine’s wartime expertise
Ukrainian officers are transferring insights on Russian drone deployment, including captured equipment, software samples, and identified vulnerabilities. This knowledge, forged under the pressure of sustained Russian strikes, offers European partners concrete scenarios to anticipate and counter. For many European forces with limited battlefield experience, Ukraine’s demonstrations provide vital practical skills in responding to modern aerial threats.
Building Europe’s “drone wall”
The program in Denmark is seen as an early step toward the broader “drone wall” initiative, which aims to protect European Union member states bordering Russia and Belarus. By integrating Ukrainian technologies, tactics, and combat experience, the project underscores Europe’s commitment to collective defense against hybrid warfare tactics, including the increasing presence of unidentified drones in European airspace.
Strategic solidarity and closer ties
Beyond technical training, the cooperation signals Europe’s growing defense solidarity with Ukraine. Joint exercises not only strengthen interoperability and trust between armed forces but also reinforce Ukraine’s role as a security provider in the region. The program demonstrates a united front against hybrid threats, highlighting the deepening geopolitical bond between Ukraine and its European partners.
