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Homemade Aircraft Crash in Lithuania Sparks Security Alert

7/10/2025

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A small homemade aircraft, resembling a drone, crashed in Lithuania after crossing from Belarus on Thursday. Initially feared to be a Shahed drone, it turned out to be harmless, likely an aerial target from military drills. In a precautionary measure, top officials were evacuated, but thankfully, no injuries were reported.

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A small homemade aircraft, resembling a drone, crashed in Lithuania after crossing from Belarus on Thursday. Initially feared to be a Shahed drone, it turned out to be harmless, likely an aerial target from military drills. In a precautionary measure, top officials were evacuated, but thankfully, no injuries were reported.