Crashed Drone Found in Lithuania, Likely Ukrainian in Origin

A crashed drone discovered in Lithuania is believed to have belonged to Ukraine, according to Lithuanian authorities. The unmanned aircraft went undetected when it entered Lithuanian airspace before eventually crashing on the country's territory. Lithuania, a NATO member bordering Russia's Kaliningrad exclave and Belarus, has become increasingly vigilant about airspace violations since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022. The incident highlights ongoing challenges faced by Baltic states in monitoring their airspace amid the conflict, as military aircraft and drones from the war zone occasionally stray into neighboring countries' territories.