European countries are growing increasingly concerned about Russia’s construction of a new radar installation in the Kaliningrad region, according to German media reports. The facility, located near Gvardeysk, is reportedly approaching completion and could significantly expand Russia’s surveillance capabilities.
The installation is described as an over-the-horizon radar system, although its precise technical specifications remain undisclosed. NATO analysts estimate that its detection range could exceed 3,000 kilometers, potentially allowing Russian forces to monitor air activity across a substantial part of Europe.
German journalists suggest that the radar will be used to detect ballistic missiles and NATO aircraft, as well as conduct radar reconnaissance. The installation could also become part of Kaliningrad’s broader surveillance and electronic warfare network, strengthening Russia’s ability to track aerial threats.
The system is also expected to detect low-flying targets, including drones. According to the reports, these capabilities could complicate NATO intelligence-gathering operations near Russian borders.
Meanwhile, European countries are already discussing possible countermeasures. Among the options under consideration are installing monitoring systems on offshore wind farms in Poland and launching reconnaissance satellites operated by Germany and Finland.