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Baltic Leaders Brace for Russian Attacks After Drone Threats

7/16/2026

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Stray Ukrainian drones heightened tension and prompted the resignation of Latvia’s prime minister.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda said Russia may target energy infrastructure, prompting Lithuania to tighten security at sites.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics warned Moscow could test NATO’s Article 5 guarantee in a year.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said next months are critical, prepared for attacks on infrastructure, and noted interception of Russian surveillance aircraft over the Baltic Sea.

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Stray Ukrainian drones heightened tension and prompted the resignation of Latvia’s prime minister.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda said Russia may target energy infrastructure, prompting Lithuania to tighten security at sites.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics warned Moscow could test NATO’s Article 5 guarantee in a year.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said next months are critical, prepared for attacks on infrastructure, and noted interception of Russian surveillance aircraft over the Baltic Sea.