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Lithuania continues to modernize its armed forces as part of its partnership with the United States. Switchblade 600 are designed to destroy armored vehicles.
The United States of America has donated Switchblade 600 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to Lithuania, the name of kamikaze drones translates to “Switchblade”. This was reported by Sputnik Lithuania.
“With their help, soldiers can quickly and accurately destroy enemy armored vehicles from a safe distance. Each such acquisition strengthens enemy deterrence and Lithuania's security. At the same time, this is another clear proof of the partnership between Lithuania and the United States,” said Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas.
At the moment, the Lithuanian Ministry of Defense has not announced the specific number of drones purchased. However, the department’s press service reported that, in addition to the drones themselves, equipment for launching and controlling drones, a simulator for training personnel and a package for their maintenance were also purchased.

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