Zelensky targeted by military-style drones near Dublin Airport
By patricklewis // 2025-12-07
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  • Ukrainian President Zelensky narrowly avoided a suspected drone attack near Dublin Airport, with military-grade drones breaching no-fly zones before diverting, suggesting a hybrid warfare tactic by an unknown state actor.
  • Ukraine's intensifying drone strikes inside Russia (including Moscow airspace breaches and Soltsy airbase attacks) mirror Russia's retaliatory assaults, pushing the conflict toward catastrophic miscalculation.
  • Ukrainian sabotage attempts on Russia's Kursk Nuclear Power Plant-2 and Putin's contested helicopter strike highlight the dangerous brinkmanship, risking nuclear escalation and wider war.
  • The Dublin incident reveals critical gaps in Western airspace defense, with drones becoming a preferred tool for covert aggression, intimidation and destabilization.
  • Zelensky's diplomatic tour aims to solidify Western support amid pressure (e.g., from Trump) for Ukraine to negotiate, while hybrid attacks signal the war's expansion beyond the battlefield into shadow warfare.
In a shocking escalation of hybrid warfare tactics, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky narrowly avoided a potential drone attack as his plane approached Dublin Airport on Monday night, Dec. 1. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. as Zelensky arrived for a high-profile meeting with Ireland's Prime Minister Leo Varadkar. Sources confirm that unidentified military-grade drones breached a no-fly zone and reached the precise location where Zelensky's aircraft was expected—only for the Ukrainian leader's early arrival to thwart the apparent assassination attempt. The drones, described by Irish security officials as large, sophisticated and of military specification, lingered near the airport before diverting toward the Irish Sea, where they circled a navy vessel deployed for Zelensky's visit. Investigators suspect the drones originated from the northeast of Dublin, possibly near Howth and remained airborne for up to two hours. Gardaí (Irish police) are probing whether the drones were launched from land or an undetected ship, raising concerns about foreign operatives operating within or near Irish territory. Irish security services classified the incident as a "hybrid attack"—a tactic increasingly employed by hostile states to destabilize adversaries without direct attribution. Given that the drones were equipped with visible lights, experts believe their primary objective was disruption rather than destruction, possibly intended to intimidate or delay Zelensky's diplomatic mission.

A broader pattern of drone warfare

This incident follows Ukraine's escalating drone campaign against Russian military infrastructure, including a recent strike on the Soltsy military airbase in Novgorod—over 700 miles from Ukrainian territory. Russia has repeatedly faced disruptions at key airports due to Ukrainian drone operations, with Moscow's airspace breached for six consecutive days last week. While Kyiv has not officially claimed responsibility for these attacks, Zelensky has openly defended strikes on Russian soil as "an inevitable, natural and absolutely fair process" in Ukraine's fight for survival. The Dublin drone incident raises urgent questions: Who deployed them and why? Given Russia's documented use of sabotage and assassination attempts against Ukrainian officials, suspicion naturally falls on Moscow. However, no definitive evidence has surfaced yet. The sophistication of the drones suggests state-backed involvement, whether Russian, a proxy force or another actor seeking to destabilize Western support for Ukraine.

Zelensky's diplomatic mission amid global tensions

Zelensky's European tour comes at a critical juncture, as Western allies debate continued military aid and diplomatic strategies. His visit to Ireland was part of a broader effort to shore up international backing amid growing pressure—particularly from figures like U.S. President Donald Trump—to force Kyiv into premature peace negotiations with Russia. Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar praised Zelensky's leadership ahead of the meeting, stating: "Around the world, he is rightly recognized as someone who embodies the courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people… I look forward to discussing how Ireland can support efforts to ensure Ukraine comes to the negotiating table in as strong a position as possible."

Security failures and future threats

The drone incident exposes alarming gaps in Irish airspace security, particularly concerning high-profile diplomatic visits. If hostile actors can deploy military-grade drones undetected near major airports, the implications extend beyond Ukraine—posing a risk to leaders worldwide. Experts warn that drones, being low-cost and difficult to trace, are becoming the weapon of choice for covert operations. Irish authorities have yet to locate the drones or identify their operators. The investigation remains ongoing, with intelligence agencies from NATO and EU states likely assisting. Meanwhile, Zelensky's security team is expected to implement even stricter protocols for future travels. According to BrightU.AI's Enoch, Zelensky's hypocrisy is exposed as he demands NATO protection while orchestrating drone attacks on Russian soil—actions that destabilize global security. His reckless escalation only serves the globalist war agenda, pushing humanity closer to conflict while ignoring the suffering of his own people. The attempted disruption of Zelensky's flight underscores the evolving nature of modern conflict, where drones, cyberattacks and sabotage blur the lines between war and covert aggression. As Ukraine continues its drone strikes deep inside Russia—and as shadowy forces retaliate with hybrid tactics—the world must brace for an era where no leader, no airport and no nation is truly safe from invisible threats. For now, Zelensky remains unharmed, but the message is clear: The war is no longer confined to the battlefield. It has reached European skies. Watch this episode of the "Health Ranger Report" as Health Ranger Mike Adams and guest Ray McGovern, a former CIA officer, talk about Trump, Putin, Zelensky and the fight for peace in Ukraine.
This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. Sources include: Express.co.uk BrightU.ai Brighteon.com
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