“In addition to more traditional military capabilities, this effort will also feature elements designed to address the particular challenges associated with the use of drones,” Rutte said during a press conference. “‘Eastern Sentry’ will add flexibility and strength to our posture and make clear that as a defense alliance, we are always ready to defend.”

Denmark will provide two F-16 aircraft and an anti-air warfare frigate, France will contribute three Rafale aircraft, and Germany will provide four Eurofighter aircraft, according to a statement from the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe.

General Alexus Grynkewich, the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, said the focus should be less on the specific weapons systems and more on how this “is an entirely new defense design.”