Lithuania declared a red-level air raid alert Sunday morning in the central and northern regions of the country, urging residents to seek shelter. The alert was triggered by an unidentified flying object, as reported by the army and national crisis management center, according to Reuters. Authorities initially requested citizens in those regions to prepare for potential danger and head to designated shelters. Approximately one hour after the initial alert, the Lithuanian army stood down the response, rescinding the red alert. The incident prompted the dispatch of NATO fighter jets to investigate the potential threat. Further details regarding the nature of the object remain unconfirmed, but the situation appears to be resolved. The swift response highlights Lithuania’s readiness and NATO’s commitment to collective defense.