Belarusian Man Detained With a Drone Near Lithuanian Border

Reform.news Editorial Team · 28 October 2026, 09:43

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The State Border Committee reported the detention of a Belarusian citizen near the Lithuanian border after a homemade fixed-wing drone was found in his car. The incident occurred on October 26.

Administrative proceedings have been initiated against the man for violating the border regime and possessing a drone. The latter is prohibited for individuals in Belarus.

There was no mention of cigarettes being found in the detainee’s car or of his involvement in smuggling.