https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nato-jets-shoot-down-drone-over-lithuaniaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nato-jets-shoot-down-drone-over-lithuaniahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nato-jets-shoot-down-drone-over-lithuania#u69987Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:06:53 +0000NATO fighter jets intercepted and shot down an unmanned aircraft that entered Lithuanian airspace overnight. Defence Minister Robertas Kaunas confirmed that the downed aerial vehicle carried explosives, which specialist forces subsequently defused. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda announced the interception early Tuesday. Military sources reported that this incident marks the first time NATO forces have shot down a drone over the Baltic state. Lithuania has briefed its European Union allies on the overnight operation as regional tensions remain elevated.Why it mattersThis event occurs alon