- Russian strikes and border escalation on NATO's Eastern Flank
- Russia has increased incursions and provocations against Estonia and Poland, raising questions about the viability of NATO as a collective defense.
- NATO officials warn of potential Russian strikes against Baltic states and Poland, following a drone incident near Leipzig.
Russia's actions in Ukraine prompted Lithuanian defense preparations, while US intelligence warned against further escalation.
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Updated Aug 28
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What happened
Russia's actions in Ukraine prompted Lithuanian defense preparations, while US intelligence warned against further escalation.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Lithuania, led by Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas, continues to support Ukraine's defense efforts against Russian strikes.Sub-event
US intelligence warned Russia against attacking Ukraine or Baltic states amid heightened tensions.1 source
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The entities involved
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Kremlin
fortified complex in Moscow, Russia
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Lithuania
country in northeastern Europe
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Central Intelligence Agency
national foreign intelligence agency of the United States
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