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flag Lithuania declares national emergency due to Belarusian balloon surge disrupting air travel and security.

flag Lithuania plans to declare a national emergency over a surge in balloons launched from Belarus, which have disrupted air travel, damaged infrastructure, and carried contraband, prompting airport closures and stranding thousands of trucks. flag The government cites threats to civil protection and national security, with over 500 balloons and nearly 200 drones detected this year. flag Officials are preparing to mobilize resources, including a planned call-up of 5,000 young men for military service in 2026, and may pursue legal action internationally. flag Tensions with Belarus have escalated, including border closures and accusations of extortion, while neighboring Latvia also reports similar incidents.

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