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  "url": "https://www.lrt.lt/naujienos/lietuvoje/2/3087255/ar-po-dronu-incidentu-lietuva-mokosi-is-klaidu-ekspertas-mano-realiai-niekas-neveikia",
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  "summary_short": "A drone entered Lithuanian airspace and reportedly exploded in Pasvalys District on 18 October 2026, triggering a red air danger alert and revealing gaps in shelter access and public warning systems.",
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