Lithuania Calls for NATO Air Defense Review

Lithuania's Defense Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas has urged NATO to modify its air policing mission in response to a recent incident involving a Russian drone crash in Latvia. He has called for a quicker decision-making process for NATO forces to intercept and destroy hostile drones, emphasizing the need for rapid information sharing with NATO headquarters. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian Air Force reported tracking multiple Russian aerial attacks, including missiles and drones, with their defenses successfully downing 38 Shahed drones during a recent assault. In a related incident, Russia shot down at least 14 Ukrainian drones around Moscow, leading to flight suspensions at major airports. These developments highlight the intensifying aerial conflict and the urgency for improved defense strategies in the region.