Latvia and Lithuania have issued warnings about a threat in the airspace near Belarus, according to a report published by Reuters.
The warnings from the two Baltic states concern the security situation in airspace close to the Belarusian border. The summary of the report available at the time of writing does not specify the nature of the threat, the precise location or the measures, if any, that the authorities have taken in response.
Background
Latvia and Lithuania are members of both the European Union and NATO, and both share a border with Belarus. Security in the region, including the monitoring of airspace along the alliance's eastern flank, is a recurring concern for governments in the Baltic area.
Outlook
Further official statements from the Latvian and Lithuanian authorities are expected to clarify the circumstances behind the warnings. This article will be updated as verified information becomes available.
Source: Reuters, via Google News.
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