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Lithuania to strengthen infrastructure security before disconnecting from Russian energy system


Published on 2025-01-08 14:40:55 - MSN
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  • Lithuania will strengthen the protection of power lines with Poland. This will happen on the eve of the planned disconnection from the power grid shared with Russia and Belarus, according to LRT. Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas said that the government supported the decision to provide additional physical protection for certain

Lithuania is set to enhance its infrastructure security measures in preparation for its planned disconnection from the Russian energy system, known as the BRELL grid, by February 2025. This move is part of a broader strategy to reduce dependency on Russian energy, prompted by geopolitical tensions and the need for energy security. The Lithuanian government, through its energy minister, has emphasized the importance of ensuring a stable and secure energy supply during this transition. This includes upgrading physical and cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure. The disconnection will see Lithuania, along with other Baltic states, synchronize with the European Union's energy grid, aligning with EU energy policies and enhancing regional energy independence.

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