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doctrine-change2026-09-15 00:00 UTC
NATO commander describes implementing new air defense plan after drone incursion into Lithuania
A senior U.S. Air Force officer leading NATO Allied Air Command said he is implementing NATO’s Enhanced Vigilance Activity Eastern Sentry and Standing Defense Plan 12000 to improve defenses against cruise missiles and one-way attack drones. He referenced a drone that NATO shot down after it entered Lithuanian airspace overnight, amid broader concerns about Russian hybrid actions in Europe.
DETAILS
Type
doctrine-change
Occurred
2026-09-15 00:00
Reported
2026-09-15
Location
Lithuanian airspace
Coordinates
55.3500, 23.7500
Confidence
62 / 100
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
Drone reportedly shot down after entering Lithuanian airspace; no damage details provided.
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