Belarus balloons close Vilnius Airport in hybrid attack
Lithuania accuses Belarus of a cynical hybrid attack as smuggler balloons shut Vilnius Airport. Read the latest on escalating tensions and the €1m defence plan.
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Belarus leader in rare Myanmar visit backing junta
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko arrives in Myanmar on a goodwill visit, signalling support for the military government ahead of a controversial election. Discover the implications of this alliance.
Yorkshire mine axes UK miners, hires Belarus workers
Anglo American faces backlash for cutting British jobs at the Woodsmith Mine while employing workers from Belarus, a sanctioned state. Local leaders demand answers.
Belarus frees 2 imprisoned Catholic priests
Two Roman Catholic priests imprisoned in Belarus on politically motivated charges have been freed following diplomatic talks with the Vatican. Read the full story on the diplomatic breakthrough.
Lithuania reopens Belarus border crossings
Lithuania reopens two key border crossings with Belarus after a closure sparked by smuggling balloons. The move aims to free stranded trucks, but Vilnius warns the border could shut again. Read the latest.
Ukrainians Accused of Railway Sabotage for Russia
Polish PM Donald Tusk reveals two Ukrainians working with Russian intelligence caused a railway explosion on a vital arms route to Ukraine. The suspects have fled to Belarus. Read the latest.
Vilnius: Europe's Top Budget Christmas Destination
Discover Vilnius, Lithuania, named Europe's most affordable Christmas city break for 2025 with flights from £35 and a magical festive atmosphere.
World Cup Qualifiers: Tense Finale for Germany & Netherlands
Germany and the Netherlands face crucial World Cup qualifiers tonight. Can they secure automatic qualification, or will they face the playoffs? Follow the drama.
Scotland lose to Greece but Denmark draw keeps WC hopes alive
Scotland suffered a 3-2 defeat against Greece but remain in contention for automatic World Cup qualification after Denmark's shock draw with Belarus. A decisive match against Denmark at Hampden now awaits.
Scotland's World Cup hopes survive dramatic night
Scotland's World Cup qualification hopes remain alive after a dramatic 3-2 defeat to Greece, with Denmark's surprise draw against Belarus offering Steve Clarke's side a crucial lifeline.
Lukashenko threatens seizure of 1,000 Lithuanian lorries
Belarus's leader threatens to confiscate over 1,000 Lithuanian trucks after border closures. Read the latest on this escalating diplomatic crisis.
Belarus threatens to seize 1,200 Lithuanian trucks
Belarus's authoritarian leader threatens to confiscate over 1,000 Lithuanian trucks stranded by a closed border, escalating tensions with the NATO member. Read the latest on this diplomatic crisis.
Putin: Russia may resume nuclear weapons testing
Vladimir Putin declares Russia may resume nuclear weapons testing in direct response to US atomic trials, escalating global security concerns and Cold War-era tensions.
Vilnius Airport evacuated in security scare
Lithuania's main international airport faced emergency evacuation after security breach discovery, marking the third major European travel disruption this week as authorities investigate potential threats.
Belarus 'Beast' Serial Killer Murdered 200 Women
Exclusive investigation reveals how a Belarusian security contractor murdered over 200 women in a killing spree that lasted nearly two decades before justice finally caught up.
Vilnius Airport halts flights due to balloon invasion
Lithuania's capital faces unprecedented travel disruption as mysterious giant balloons drift into flight paths, forcing Vilnius Airport to suspend all operations in dramatic safety move.
Russia deploys fighter jets to NATO border
Russia has positioned advanced fighter aircraft and missile systems in Belarus, dangerously close to NATO territory, as military tensions escalate across Eastern Europe. The strategic deployment represents Moscow's latest provocative move in the ongoing U
Military balloons force Vilnius Airport closure
Vilnius Airport faces unprecedented closure as rogue military balloons breach airspace, sparking major security alert and disrupting flights across Lithuania.
Bristol's Aqua Bar closed after UK revokes license over Belarus ties
Popular Bristol nightspot Aqua Bar faces permanent closure after Home Office intervention links ownership to Belarusian regime amid UK sanctions crackdown.
Zelenskyy-Putin Peace Talks Begin in Belarus
Exclusive: High-stakes peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia commence in Belarus amid European pressure and battlefield uncertainties. All the latest developments as world watches historic talks unfold.
Lithuania to shoot down Belarus smuggling balloons
Lithuania has granted its military authority to destroy suspicious aerial objects from Belarus amid rising concerns over organised crime and national security threats using low-tech smuggling methods.
Lithuania closes airspace to Russia and Belarus
Lithuania closes airspace to Russian and Belarusian aircraft as Viktor Orban's controversial Vatican meeting with Pope Francis creates diplomatic waves across Europe.
Vilnius Airport shut after Belarus balloons breach airspace
Vilnius Airport faces emergency closure after mysterious balloons from Belarusian territory breach Lithuanian airspace, raising security alarms in NATO territory.
Russian jets violate NATO airspace near Lithuania
Two Russian military aircraft illegally entered NATO airspace near Lithuania, prompting swift interception by German fighter jets in a serious escalation of tensions.
Weather balloon forces Lithuanian airport shutdown
A mysterious weather balloon incursion has triggered unprecedented airspace closures across Lithuania, grounding flights and raising serious security concerns in the Baltic region.
Wagner Mercenaries Infiltrate Europe - NATO Alert
Exclusive intelligence reveals Wagner Group fighters are operating covertly across Europe, with Poland and Lithuania on high alert as Russia's private army establishes new footholds.
Stray balloons force Vilnius Airport to halt flights
Lithuania's main international airport faces temporary shutdown as mysterious balloons drift into critical airspace, raising security concerns and disrupting travel plans.
Lithuania: Russia violates NATO airspace again
Moscow accused of flying military aircraft through Lithuanian airspace without authorization in latest provocation against NATO territory. The incident comes amid heightened regional security concerns.
Lithuania: NATO has 7 years to prepare for Russia conflict
Exclusive: In a chilling assessment, Lithuania's defence chief reveals NATO has approximately 7 years to prepare for potential Russian confrontation as Vladimir Putin's military rebuilds capacity.
Balloon cigarette smuggling forces Vilnius Airport closure
Vilnius Airport faces unprecedented closure as criminal gangs deploy hundreds of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes across the border from Belarus, creating major security concerns.
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