Lithuania deploys NASAMS air defense system near Vilnius to strengthen airspace protection

Lithuania has strengthened its air defense capabilities by deploying a medium-range NASAMS system near the capital, Vilnius. This strategic move aims to enhance the protection of the city's airspace.

The new NASAMS system replaces the short-range RBS-70 system that was previously in use. The military's decision to upgrade its air defense follows a series of drone incursions reported in other NATO member states.

"Regarding the qualitative change, as planned and promised, we have already replaced our short-range RBS-70 system with NASAMS, and today Vilnius's approaches are protected much more effectively, powerfully, and with greater range," stated Lithuanian Army Commander Raimundas Vaikšnoras to news agency BNS.

This deployment underscores Lithuania's commitment to bolstering its national security and contributing to the collective defense of the NATO alliance in response to evolving regional threats.

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Regarding the qualitative change, as planned and promised, we have already replaced our short-range RBS-70 system with NASAMS, and today Vilnius's approaches are protected much more effectively, powerfully, and with greater range.