Denmark sends drones for mine scanning to Ukraine

The Danish Defence Ministry has sent six unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for mine scanning as part of the aid package to Ukraine.

According to Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov on Twitter, these drones are used for non-technical inspection of territories, including water bodies, for explosive ordnance, European Pravda reports.

The Ministry of Defense of Denmark has provided 6 drones for mine scanning as part of their aid package for Ukraine.
These drones are used for non-technical inspection of territories, including water bodies, for explosive ordnance. It is the latest innovative approach to… pic.twitter.com/aKhS50nQDr

— Oleksii Reznikov (@oleksiireznikov) July 14, 2023

"It is the latest innovative approach to inspecting territories," emphasised Reznikov, thanking the Danish partners.

This week, countries from Northern Europe, including Denmark, welcomed the G7 declaration on security commitments for Ukraine and announced their readiness to contribute to its long-term security.

Denmark is also part of the coalition training Ukrainian pilots on Western fighter jets.