Belarusian Man Detained Near Lithuanian Border with Drone

Reform.news Editorial Team · 29 July 2026, 14:39

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Border guards in Hrodna Region have detained a Belarusian citizen near the Lithuanian border after finding a drone in his possession.

According to the State Border Committee, the homemade unmanned aerial vehicle was of the multirotor type. The man was also carrying a tablet computer, six batteries and a battery charger.

Administrative proceedings have been launched against the detainee for violating border regime regulations. He will also face liability for breaching Belarus’ ban on private ownership of drones.