Lithuania to install iron anti-tank barriers on the border with Russia

The Lithuanian Ministry of Defence is testing iron anti-tank barriers to complement the "dragon's teeth" on the border with Russia.

Here's What We Know

The anti-tank barriers in the form of columns were tested using a Bergepanzer 2 armoured recovery vehicle.

"It has been proven that these barriers effectively block heavy vehicles, significantly slowing down any advance," the Lithuanian Ministry of Defence said.

The new barriers are likely to be installed on routes from the Kaliningrad region of the Russian Federation.

Lithuania is testing iron anti-tank barriers that will soon reinforce the dragon's teeth by fortifying bridges on the Kaliningrad route. These barriers are proven to effectively block heavy vehicles, significantly slowing down any advance. If needed, firepower will be ready to support. pic.twitter.com/tBKhb1wLWD

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Strengthening the border with Russia is part of Lithuania's state programme. It is primarily about strengthening the country's defence in case of Russia's attempts to conduct sabotage activities. Such a defence line will also help to delay the troops in the event of a full-scale offensive.

This year, more than €3 million was allocated from the Ministry of Defence budget for these measures. Starting in 2025, funding will come from the Lithuanian Defence Fund.

It has also become known that in the near future, backup barriers will be installed on major roads and near bridges in Lithuania.

Source: Lithuanian MOD