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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Liudas Dapkus

Balloons from Belarus force closure of European airport – again

Lithuania's primary airport has faced repeated closures in recent weeks, stranding thousands, as meteorological balloons originating from Belarus have caused significant disruption, escalating tensions between the two nations.

While these balloons are known for cigarette smuggling, officials in Vilnius interpret their increasing frequency and flight paths as a calculated campaign of disruption by Belarus, a staunch Russian ally.

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