NATO jets scramble after drone enters Lithuanian airspace

diepresse.com (German) —

An unidentified flying object violated Lithuanian airspace, triggering a security alert and mobilizing NATO fighter jets. The incident prompted authorities to urge residents into shelters and close an airport. Lithuanian Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas said the object was likely a drone that entered from neighboring Poland. The airport in Kaunas was shut, and possible debris was found near Juodzionys village, with some pieces hitting a civilian vehicle. Poland is investigating a possible airspace violation and temporarily halted operations at two eastern airports. Latvia issued a warning for border regions, amid concerns that Russian attacks on Ukraine could spill into NATO territory.


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