As [reported](https://www.lrt.lt/naujienos/lietuvoje/2/3076114/katelynas-apie-kariu-pasitelkima-pasienyje-gresmes-lygis-nera-pasikeites) by lrt.lt, Lithuania's Minister of the Interior, Martinas Katelinas, explained that the authorities are considering the risk of Russian citizens appearing at the border who may attempt to leave the country bypassing established rules if a new mobilization begins in Russia. An additional reason for the enhanced protection is an incident at the border between Latvia and Belarus. Lithuanian authorities view such incidents as a reminder of the need to remain prepared for potential border crises. Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas stated that military personnel will begin carrying out assigned tasks immediately. They will assist the border service in ensuring border security. According to LRT, the military will initially help the border guards for about two weeks — approximately until October 16. If necessary, the number of personnel and the duration of their stay at the border may be adjusted. The Defense Minister also noted the specifics of securing Lithuania's borders. While a physical barrier is established at the border with Belarus, there is no similar protection system at the border with the Kaliningrad region. Therefore, additional patrolling becomes particularly significant. At the same time, Lithuanian authorities emphasize that the situation at the border with the Russian exclave remains calm, and the threat level has not changed. The deployment of military personnel is purely preventive and does not indicate that mass attempts to illegally cross the border have already begun. Reports of a possible new mobilization in Russia also do not yet mean that a corresponding decision has been made. Lithuania is preparing for potential developments, aiming to preemptively address possible security threats.
