On November 22, 2025, Dutch military personnel at Volkel Air Base, home to F-35 stealth fighters and US nuclear weapons, encountered multiple unidentified drones in restricted airspace, prompting a security response that included ground-based weapons. The incident, which lasted from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., has raised significant concerns about the security of critical military infrastructures amid a rise in aerial threats across Europe. Ongoing investigations by Dutch authorities aim to determine the origin and intent of the drones, reflecting an increased vigilance regarding the protection of national and allied security assets. This event underscores the ongoing challenges NATO faces in safeguarding strategic military sites in a rapidly evolving security landscape.