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NATO Fighter Jet Intercepts Suspected Russian Drone Over Lithuania

An Italian NATO fighter jet shot down a suspected Russian drone in Lithuanian airspace on September 15, 2026. The drone, which was reported to be carrying explosives, entered Lithuania from Belarus. Lithuanian officials and European leaders have expressed concerns about escalating tensions and the threat posed by Russia to European security.

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Robertas Kaunas - Defence Minister Ursula von der Leyen - European Commission President Johann Wadephul - German Foreign Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz - Defence Minister Mark Rutte - NATO Secretary General

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An Italian NATO fighter jet shot down a suspected Russian drone in Lithuanian airspace on September 15, 2026. The drone, which was reported to be carrying explosives, entered Lithuania from Belarus. Lithuanian officials and European leaders have expressed concerns about escalating tensions and the threat posed by Russia to European security.

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NATO jet shoots down suspected Russian drone over Lithuania

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NATO Fighter Jet Intercepts Suspected Russian Drone Over Lithuania