Russian military aircraft reportedly violated Lithuanian airspace, prompting Italian fighter jets to scramble under NATO’s Baltic air-policing mission. The incident raised concern among Baltic allies, which have increased surveillance and readiness since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Italian aircraft based in the region were dispatched to investigate and monitor the intrusion, while Lithuanian authorities assessed the circumstances. NATO officials have repeatedly warned that even brief airspace violations can increase the risk of miscalculation and require a coordinated defensive response.
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