Lithuania: Downed Drone Carried Explosives; Operation Shield Complete

Lithuanian Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas confirmed that a drone shot down on the night of September 15 was carrying explosives, and declared Operation Skydas (Shield) complete. The incident marks a potential escalation in cross-border drone activity near NATO's eastern flank, though the origin and intended target remain unconfirmed. This is the first public confirmation of an explosive-laden drone being downed in Lithuania, raising concerns about hybrid warfare tactics.