Baltics close airspace to those travelling to Russian parade

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Baltics close airspace to those travelling to Russian parade

The three Baltic States – Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – have denied airspace access to foreign dignitaries travelling to Moscow for Russia’s 9 May so-called 'Victory Day' celebrations.

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Lithuania is closing its airspace to foreign leaders heading to Russia for a major military parade commemorating the victory over Nazi Germany. Flights between Russia and Europe usually go via Lithuania.