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Medvedev Warns Lithuania Over Nuclear Weapons Plans
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Fusion42 · 12 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Dmitry Medvedev warned that if Lithuania lifts its nuclear-free status and hosts nuclear weapons, Russia would respond militarily, potentially leading to Lithuania's destruction without NATO intervention due to fears of global escalation.
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Your defence or security startup should factor in rising regional military risks as Lithuania’s nuclear policy change could trigger major escalation with Russia, sidelining NATO support and increasing local vulnerability.
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