‘Air danger’ in Lithuania as Nato jets chase drone and people told to shelter

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20 May 2026 • 4:31 PM MYT
The Independent
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‘Air danger’ in Lithuania as Nato jets chase drone and people told to shelter

  • Nato military jets were scrambled to intercept a drone flying near Vilnius, Lithuania, as confirmed by the country's defence minister.
  • Lithuania issued an 'air danger' warning and suspended traffic at the capital's airport due to concerns about drones violating its airspace.
  • The Lithuanian army urged residents in Vilnius to 'immediately take shelter in a safe place' and 'take care of your close ones'.
  • Citizens in the capital were advised to await new recommendations from authorities following the incident.
  • The swift response from military and civil authorities was prompted by fears of potential airspace violations over the capital.

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