NATO jets shoot down drone over Lithuania
NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Lithuania after an overnight alert covering Vilnius and surrounding areas. Lithuanian authorities said the drone's origin remained unknown, though it likely entered from neighbouring Belarus. DW and France 24 note repeated incursions near the alliance's eastern flank since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Why it matters
The interception highlights the risk that unidentified military drones could escalate tensions along NATO's border.
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Part of the September 15, 2026 brief.