Event 1164

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  "attack_type": "Airspace Violation",
  "category": "Uncategorized",
  "confidence": "High",
  "country": "United Kingdom",
  "description": "U.S. Air Forces in Europe reported multiple mysterious small drones flying around USAF bases in the UK, including RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, RAF Feltwell, and RAF Fairford. The incursions were observed over several days (Nov 20-24), with no damage or impact to base residents or assets. U.K. officials indicated jets and British troops were scrambled in response. The incidents highlight ongoing concerns about drone incursions and the challenge of identifying operators and intent, coinciding with U.S. efforts to develop counter-drone defense capabilities.",
  "event_time_utc": "2024-11-27T22:03:09Z",
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    "U.S. Air Forces in Europe reported more mysterious small drones flying around a cluster of USAF bases in the United Kingdom.",
    "USAFE first reported the small drones operating around and over RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, and RAF Feltwell on Nov. 25 with varying numbers and configurations.",
    "The update issued Nov. 26 added RAF Fairford among the bases experiencing incursions and stated 'Small unmanned aerial systems continue to be spotted.'",
    "U.K. officials said jets had scrambled in response and British troops are deploying to the bases.",
    "The Pentagon has documented ongoing drones flying into airspace around domestic U.S. military bases every week but has yet to specifically identify locations.",
    "The incidents reflect growing concerns about commercial drones being used to spy on or disrupt military activities during peacetime and war."
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          "U.S. Air Forces in Europe reported more mysterious small drones flying around a cluster of USAF bases in the United Kingdom.",
          "USAFE first reported the small drones operating around and over RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, and RAF Feltwell on Nov. 25 with varying numbers and configurations.",
          "The update issued Nov. 26 added RAF Fairford among the bases experiencing incursions and stated 'Small unmanned aerial systems continue to be spotted.'",
          "U.K. officials said jets had scrambled in response and British troops are deploying to the bases.",
          "The Pentagon has documented ongoing drones flying into airspace around domestic U.S. military bases every week but has yet to specifically identify locations.",
          "The incidents reflect growing concerns about commercial drones being used to spy on or disrupt military activities during peacetime and war."
        ]
      }
    }
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  "location_text": "RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, RAF Feltwell, RAF Fairford, United Kingdom",
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