What Happened
Lithuania Expands Strike Capability with US-Made Loitering Munitions
Lithuania’s military has received its first batch of Switchblade 600 loitering munitions from US manufacturer AeroVironment, adding a new strike capability against armored vehicles. The delivery includes launch and control equipment, a training simulator, and a maintenance package. The Switchblade 600 uses electro-optical and infrared sensors to engage targets beyond the operator’s line of sight. This development was first reported by Defence Industry Europe.