British Army tests loitering munitions in Estonia during NATO exercise
The 2nd Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland (2 SCOTS) became the first British Army unit to test loitering munitions during Exercise Spring Storm 26, a defensive NATO exercise held in Estonia. Operating as part of the UK's Forward Land Forces, the battalion integrated into Estonian and NATO defense plans, forming the main battlegroup of 4th Light Brigade. The exercise took place within 25km of the Russian border across urban, rural, and forested environments. Captain Lachlan Broad described how the loitering munitions and Dismounted Data System (DDS) modernize operations, allowing soldiers to see beyond line of sight, accurately track enemy movements, and securely communicate. The British Army emphasized that the drones increase lethality and survivability while remaining proportionate and aligned with international law. The UK's presence in Estonia is described as persistent and defensive.
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