Lithuania closes border with Belarus after balloons shut down Vilnius airport – Europe live

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 9 min read 100% complete by Jakub KrupaOctober 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM

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Lithuania has temporarily closed its border with Belarus following disruptions at Vilnius airport caused by balloons launched from Belarusian territory. The country's Prime Minister, Inga Ruginienė, announced that an indefinite closure will be discussed and expected to be approved at a government meeting on Wednesday. The decision includes limited exceptions for Lithuanian and EU citizens as well as diplomatic mail. Ruginienė emphasized that Lithuania will take strict measures against what it deems as hybrid attacks from Belarus. The European Union is aware of the incidents and in contact with Lithuanian authorities, though it has not speculated on the causes.

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