NATO fighter jets shoot down drone in Lithuanian airspace, president says
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda announced that NATO fighter jets shot down a drone in Lithuanian airspace amid heightened tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine war. Nauseda did not specify the drone’s origin but attributed the threat to Russia. The Lithuanian Defense Ministry praised Italian pilots for their swift response in neutralizing the drone. The article also promotes subscription options for the Washington Examiner, emphasizing the importance of staying informed with unlimited access to their news coverage, analysis, and commentary.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda announced that NATO fighter jets shot down a drone in Lithuanian airspace, at a time when the alliance is increasingly on edge over spillover from the Russia-Ukraine war.
Nauseda didn’t identify who the drone belonged to, but was quick to cast the blame on Russia. The Lithuanian Defense Ministry specifically thanked Italian pilots for their “swift and responsible response” in neutralizing the threat.
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