Finland & Lithuania

Finland: Finland recently lifted its own ban on nuclear weapons, serving as a precedent and a point of comparison for Lithuania's similar constitutional amendment. Finland's move also drew strong reactions from Russia.

Lithuania: Lithuania is moving to amend its constitution to remove a ban on nuclear weapons and foreign military bases, adapting to a worsening geopolitical situation and aligning with NATO defense strategies. This decision could increase its perceived security but also elevate tensions with Russia.

Finland: Finnish fighter jets tracked the Russian jets before they were escorted by Italian aircraft.

Lithuania: Lithuania's Defense Minister suggested Turkey's 2015 response to a Russian jet violation as an example, highlighting regional concerns.

Finland: Finland participated in a meeting of NATO eastern flank leaders to discuss the security situation, reflecting its concern over Russia's military posture.

Lithuania: Lithuania is one of the Baltic states that Russia is reportedly planning to provoke, testing US support for NATO's smaller members.

Lithuania: Lithuania is listed as one of the countries at high risk to a potential United States 'kill switch'.