Military Laser System Downs U.S. Drone, Causes Airspace Closure

0:00Today is February 27th. This episode is brought to you by NordVPN, fast, reliable online privacy, links in the episode description. Here's what's making headlines across the U.K. The Federal Aviation Administration shut down flights around Fort Hancock, Texas after a military laser anti-drone system accidentally took down a U.S. government drone. Congressional aides confirmed to reporters that the incident involved the customs and border protection drone mistaken for a threat. The airspace closure started at 6.30pm local time on Thursday and will last until June 24th. Officers believe poor coordination between defense and border agencies led to the mishap with the high-risk laser weapon. Three House Democrats on Transportation and Homeland Security committees expressed shock over the repeated airspace issues in Texas. They highlighted failures in communication between the Pentagon, the Department of Homeland Security and the FAA. These lawmakers had warned months earlier about the need for better training on counter-drone

1:03systems. They criticized the White House for ignoring a bipartisan bill aimed at fixing these coordination gaps. Now, investigations continue as authorities review how to prevent friendly fire incidents like this one in the future.