How NATO Jets Downed a Drone in Lithuanian Airspace NATO's air defense capabilities were put to the test when jets from the alliance intercepted and downed an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in Lithuanian airspace.
The incident has raised questions about the security of the region, particularly as tensions between NATO member states and neighboring Russia continue to simmer.
What Happened: A Timeline of Events According to reports, the drone was first detected by advanced radar systems operated by Lithuanian authorities at approximately 3:45 AM local time.