Copenhagen airport shut after drone sightings, police say

All flights to and from Denmark's largest airport have been suspended after drone sightings, police have said.

Between two to three large drones were seen flying in the area around Copenhagen Airport, according to authorities.

Take-offs and landings at the airport have been suspended since around 20:30 local time (19:30 BST).

"[The airport] is currently closed for take-off and landing, as 2-3 large drones have been seen flying in the area. The time horizon is currently unknown," police said in a statement on X.

Speaking to the Reuters news agency, a spokesperson for Copenhagen Airport confirmed that the airspace over the airport had been closed due to unidentified drones.

"Police are investigating the matter and we currently have to timeline for reopening," the spokesperson said.