Retired Lt. Gen. Richard Newton

The Pentagon has confirmed that unidentified drones were spotted flying over Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia, sparking questions about their origin and purpose. A spokeswoman for the Defense Department acknowledged the drone activity, stating that the aircraft did not appear to have hostile intent, but their presence raised concerns about potential surveillance or intelligence-gathering operations near one of the U.S. military's critical sites.

The drones were observed over the base, which is home to key elements of the U.S. Air Force, including advanced fighter. . .