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    Lithuania closes border crossings with Belarus amid rising geopolitical strain

    Lithuania closes border crossings with Belarus amid rising geopolitical strain

    In a move driven by escalating geopolitical circumstances, Lithuania has announced the closure of two of its six border crossing points with Belarus. This decision comes just weeks after the controversial arrival of Wagner Group mercenaries in the country. The move reflects the increasing strain on Baltic nations and neighboring states due to the intensifying regional dynamics.

    Lithuania closes border crossings with Belarus amid rising geopolitical strain
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    The affected crossing points, both situated in rural areas and primarily serving non-commercial traffic, are scheduled to be shut down starting August 18, as confirmed by Lithuanian authorities.

    This decision follows a pattern of actions taken by neighboring Poland, which has already closed the majority of its border crossings with Belarus this year. The catalyst for Poland's response was the imprisonment of a journalist with Polish roots and the subsequent expulsion of Polish diplomats by Belarus.

    Moreover, Poland has recently announced its intentions to strengthen security at its Belarus border even further. Plans to deploy an additional 10,000 troops to the region have been unveiled in an effort to reinforce the existing border guards. This move underscores the mounting concerns over security and stability in the region.

    The simultaneous actions of Lithuania and Poland reflect a shared unease over the current situation and a concerted effort to address the challenges posed by recent events. 

    While the immediate cause of the closures has been attributed to "geopolitical circumstances," the broader implications of these actions reverberate across international relations and underscore the fragility of the political landscape in Eastern Europe. As Lithuania and Poland take steps to secure their borders and enhance their defenses, the region braces for potential further developments that could reshape its strategic landscape.

     

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