‘A Ceuta-style surge is possible’: Border tensions on NATO’s eastern flank
Belarus-linked incidents trouble Latvia and Lithuania, where experts warn of security challenges.
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June and July hottest on record in Western Europe, monitor says
The Copernicus Climate Change Service says historically low rainfall has worsened the situation in several countries.
‘People on edge’: Baltic states fear Russia-Ukraine war spillover
A spate of drone incursions fuels anxieties about a possible military conflict with Russia.
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NATO states slam Russia after drone crashes in Romania
The incident adds to concern that Moscow’s war on Ukraine risks spilling over to entangle neighbouring NATO states.
The Baltics urgently need a de-escalation mechanism; Belarus can help
Amid growing risk of spillover from the Ukraine war, the Baltic states could seek de-escalation channels through Minsk.
ICC prosecutor opens probe into Belarus over deportations to Lithuania
The prosecutor’s office said the crimes being investigated include deportation and persecution through deportation.
Lithuania charges multinational gang of Russian-directed sabotage attacks
Russia behind attempted 2024 arson attack on plant supplying radio wave scanners to Ukrainian military, Lithuania says.
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Lithuania declares state of emergency over smuggler balloons from Belarus
Move comes with concern rife that Minsk, alongside ally Russia, is using hybrid warfare and testing NATO.
Lithuania extends Belarus border closure over balloon attack
Entry to Lithuania still allowed for certain travellers, including EU citizens and humanitarian visa-holders.
Lithuania to shoot down smuggler balloons, shut Belarus border crossings
Lithuania says balloons disrupting air traffic are sent by smugglers transporting contraband cigarettes into the EU.
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