Russian Frigate Provokes Danish Helicopter | Copenhagen News

A Danish military helicopter was startled by flares fired from a Russian frigate in international waters off Gedser — a move Denmark calls a deliberate provocation. The incident, which left no injuries or damage, prompted Denmark to summon the Russian ambassador and rally political support for a firm NATO-aligned response, underscoring rising tensions and the need for protocol in global maritime operations. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://cphpost.dk/2026-09-15/news/politics/russian-frigate-fires-two-flares-near-danish-military-helicopter-prompting-denmark-to-summon-russian-ambassador/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2e0768a74fb86535 Report issues to [email protected].