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A yellow air raid warning has been declared in Lithuania's Ignalina, Utena, Švenčionys, and Zarasai districts. "The reason for sending the warning to residents is a radar signal with characteristics typical of unmanned aerial vehicles. Activity near the Lithuanian border. A NATO airspace policing mission has been activated," states the announcement from the Lithuanian Armed Forces

Russia's Ambassador to the UN warns that Russian intelligence can determine drone launch sites and that NATO membership will not protect countries from retaliation

Ministry of Defense of Latvia: Threat in Latvia's airspace in Preiļi, Rēzekne, Madona, Cēsu, Smiltene, Gulbene, and Valmiera municipalities has ended. Possible threat still in effect in Krāslava and Ludza municipalities

Ukrainian MFA: There is no truth in Moscow’s latest set of falsehoods accusing Ukraine of preparing attacks against Russia from the territory of Latvia. We officially refute them. Ukraine does not use the territory or airspace of Latvia in its operations against Russia and does not intend to do so. Russian lies are merely an extension of its broader propaganda campaign aimed at destabilising public opinion in Latvia and the wider Baltics. We thank our Latvian friends for seeing right through them

A possible threat to airspace has been declared in the regions of Krāslava, Preiļi, Ludza, Rēzekne, Madona, Cēsis, Smiltene, Gulbene and Valmiera. Train traffic has been suspended in all these regions.

Ukrainian MFA: Russia continues to redirect Ukrainian drones into the Baltics with the use of its electronic warfare. And Moscow does this on purpose, together with intensified propaganda. We apologise to Estonia and all of our Baltic friends for such unintended incidents. We have been and remain in close cooperation between our specialised institutions to get to the heart of the matter in each case and seek ways to prevent them, including with the direct engagement of our expert groups

A drone that entered Estonian airspace was shot down over Lake Võrtsjärv, Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur said. The Estonian Defence Forces issued an air threat alert for southern Estonia Tuesday afternoon and ended it at 12:45 p.m.

National Armed Forces of Latvia report that there may be a threat in Latvia's airspace. A cell broadcast alert has been sent in the Ludza and Krāslava municipalities. The LNAF urges residents to go indoors, follow the two-wall rule, close windows and doors. "If you spot a low-flying, suspicious, or dangerous object, do not approach it and call 112."

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia: Russia lies again. This time it is SVR or the External Intelligence Service running a disinformation campaign against Latvia. FACT: Latvia does NOT provide airspace for attacks on Russia. That has been explained several times to Russian representatives

The Latvian National Armed Forces (NBS) have told Latvian Television that two drones have crashed in Latvia's eastern Latgale region overnight. The precise crash sites have yet to be specified, but early on the morning of Thursday, May 7th, airspace threat alerts were issued covering the Balvi, Ludza and Rēzekne districts.

The U.S. paused ammunition deliveries to Estonia (especially HIMARS rockets) due to the war with Iran, likely for months, not weeks. Estonia says it has enough anti-tank weapons but may seek alternatives or rethink purchases if delays continue. Source: ERR

President of the Republic of Finland: Together with Minister for Foreign Affairs @elinavaltonen we had an excellent call with @ZelenskyyUa. We discussed the situation on the battle field, president Zelenskyi’s recent trip to the Gulf region and how to continue supporting Ukraine’s defence capabilities

Joint statement by Baltic Foreign Ministers: Russia’s disinformation against Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania is baseless. No drone attacks launched from our territory. We stand firmly with Ukraine’s right to self-defense

Russian GRU spying operation exposed in Finnish homes.The Finnish Security Intelligence Service (SUPO) and Traficom's Cyber ​​Security Center participated in an international operation led by the FBI to disrupt the cyber espionage operations of the Russian military intelligence service GRU

Sweden to buy air defence systems for 8.7 billion crowns, defence minister says (Reuters)

Alexander Stubb: Spoke with @realDonaldTrump @POTUS. Constructive discussion and exchange of ideas on Nato, Ukraine and Iran. Problems are there to be solved, pragmatically

Finland: Third drone found near Russian border was Ukrainian and carried a warhead: Yle sources

On March 30, the National Armed Forces detected a foreign unmanned aircraft near the Latvian-Russian border, near the territory of Ludza and Balvi municipalities. A mobile broadcast was launched in the relevant regions to promptly inform the population. The aircraft did not enter Latvian airspace.

Explosions were reported at the port in Vyborg, Leningrad region of Russia

Drone arriving from Russian airspace hits Auvere power plant chimney. The drone entered Estonian airspace from Russian airspace. Rescue Board deminers are operating on site, the proceedings are being led by the State Prosecutor's Office, and the case is being investigated by the Security Police Board. "According to current information, the drone was not directed at Estonia. Initial operations are currently being carried out, the investigation will clarify the more detailed circumstances," said State Prosecutor General Astrid Asi. According to Enefit Power's initial assessment, the power plant has no immediate damage and the incident will not have a significant impact on the Estonian electricity system.

Unidentified drone entered Lithuania airspace and crashed into the lake in Varena District

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said NATO allies should take Trump's warnings seriously about securing the Strait of Hormuz. Stubb said countries able and willing to support the US should do so

Sweden moves to acquire 20 M142 HIMARS rocket systems along with GMLRS and ATACMS missiles in a U.S. approved deal worth about $930 million - Reuters

The Swedish coast guard has boarded the MV Caffa (IMO9143611) un suspicion of being a stateless vessel. The operation was carried out in the Baltic Sea in Swedish territorial waters in the area of Trelleborg

Defense minister @anttihakkanen says Finland will change legislation banning nuclear weapons on its territory. Häkkänen declared the ban no longer suits Finland's security needs and that if necessary, nuclear arms could be used for national defense

The drone spotted near the French aircraft carrier was indeed Russian, the Swedish military confirms.

Denmark Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is in Kyiv today with colleagues from the Nordic and Baltic countries, the President of the European Council, and the President of the European Commission

Sweden announced a 12.9 billion crown ($1.42 billion) military aid package to Ukraine that will include air defense, drones and long-range missiles

Russia is attempting to recruit individuals connected to criminal activity to organize sabotage, according to Normunds Mežviets, head of the Latvian State Security Service. According to him, the main targets of Russian intelligence services are military facilities and critical infrastructure.

Polish military counterintelligence service detains an employee of defence ministry suspected of collaborating with Russian intelligence, according to local report