The eye in the sky: what Denmark’s drone sightings tell us about power and fear down the years

All-seeing 'eye in the sky': drones make us uneasy because we don't know who is controlling them. Piotr Piatrouski/Shutterstock

Red and blue lights blink in the Danish sky. Is it a plane, a satellite, or a drone hovering overhead? Over the past few weeks, more and more Danes have been scanning the skies for mysterious flying objects, caught between curiosity and unease as sightings across the country spark fresh concern.

Drones have been sighted over airports and military bases all over Denmark. Air traffic has been delayed, politicians have gathered for crisis meetings, and Nato has been called on to act.