Lithuania Allocates €1.1 Billion to Strengthen Border Security with Russia and Belarus
Lithuania has announced an investment of €1.1 billion to bolster its border with Russia and Belarus, a move that includes the acquisition of anti-tank mines. As a NATO member situated on the eastern flank of the alliance, Lithuania is taking proactive steps to enhance its security.
Together with Latvia and Estonia—all sharing borders with Russia—Lithuania is increasingly concerned about its safety amid fears that it could become a target should Russia emerge victorious in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine. "In the current…