Flights have been suspended at Copenhagen airport in Denmark after reports of drones in the air.

Denmark's biggest airport was forced to close on Monday evening following the sightings.

Police said two or three large drones had been seen flying in the area.

The airport halted operations at 8.26pm local time (7.26pm UK time) according to flight tracking service FlightRadar.

Around 35 flights were diverted to alternate airports, FlightRadar said.

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An airport spokesperson said police were working to identify the drones but declined to provide further details, citing the ongoing investigation.

A statement on X read: "The airport is currently closed for take-off and landing, as 2-3 large drones have been seen flying in the area.

"The time horizon is currently unknow

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