Rising geopolitical tensions have sparked interest among Parisian civilians in learning drone-making technology.

Are Europeans ready for war? It’s a question that has been asked increasingly often as Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine has dragged on, now lasting longer than the First World War. The threat of future attacks on European soil has prompted a growing interest in new defence technologies – particularly drones. Young people and older generations alike have taken to getting hands-on, attending drone-making workshops, including one which was held in Paris recently.