On July 28, 2025, an unidentified drone was detected in Lithuanian airspace, reportedly entering from Belarus, prompting the Lithuanian air force to remain on high alert.

Social media footage suggests the drone resembles a flying wing design similar to the Iranian-designed Shahed loitering munition used by Russia.

Justinas Argustas, adviser to the Lithuanian prime minister, indicated that a meeting with the president and security agencies is scheduled for July 29 to improve response protocols for such incidents.

Darius Buta from Lithuania's National Crisis Management Centre confirmed the mobilization of police and all relevant services in response to the incident.

Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė indicated that the likelihood of such incidents may increase due to upcoming military exercises in Belarus.

In response to escalating tensions and missile attacks from Russia against Ukraine, Poland has deployed aircraft to patrol its airspace, with military readiness heightened in areas near Ukraine.

Currently, Lithuania lacks an airspace surveillance system, which has led to the decision to increase border security measures, including the acquisition of new radars and acoustic sensors.

An acoustic drone detection system, known as the Sky Fortress, is set to be implemented along the border, which uses microphones to detect airborne objects based on sound.

Belarus has been a significant ally to Russia during its military actions in Ukraine, allowing Russian forces to use its territory for operations.

Past incidents have seen Russian drones or missiles inadvertently entering the airspace of neighboring countries such as Latvia, Poland, Moldova, and Romania.

Šakalienė indicated there are no signs that the drone incident was deliberate, but it reflects the risks posed by disoriented drones due to the conflict.

President Gitanas Nausėda has been informed of the incident, but there was no evacuation ordered.