King Charles faces major security scare as royal estate gets locked down

A major security scare at King Charles’s treasured Sandringham estate has triggered a year-long no-fly zone, according to explosive new reports. 

The decision comes after drones were spotted hovering near the royal residence just days before a surprise visit from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

The incident, described as a “serious security concern,” led officials to lock down the airspace over the King’s 60-acre Norfolk retreat, beloved by generations of royals and frequently used for high-profile state visits.

One drone was reportedly traced back to a man sitting inside a car. Another belonged to a photographer. But several drones remained unidentified, raising fears of covert surveillance or even explosive threats.

A source told The Sun: “It prompted a security scare. The operator was tracked down and spoken to.”

The blanket no-fly zone was officially signed off by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander on March 10, just four days after Zelensky’s high-stakes visit to the UK, where he met with King Charles following tense talks with both Sir Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump.

Insiders say the timing isn’t a coincidence. The official order cites concerns about “security for members of the Royal Family and other dignitaries staying at or visiting Sandringham House.”

Security agencies reportedly feared that drones could be used for long-range spying or to deliver dangerous payloads, especially given the increasing importance of Sandringham as a venue for international diplomacy.

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