Lithuania to Train Children with Drones Amidst Russian Threat
As a measure to bolster its defenses against potential threats, Lithuania is implementing a program to teach its citizens, including over 22,000 schoolchildren, drone operation and construction skills. This initiative, a joint effort by the defense and education ministries, will involve various age groups, with younger students building and piloting simple drones, and older students designing and manufacturing drone components. The government plans to invest €3.3m in specialized equipment, including indoor and outdoor drones and training systems, while the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union and the non-formal education agency will conduct the training. This initiative is part of Lithuania’s broader efforts to enhance its civil resistance capabilities, particularly in light of its border with Russia and Belarus and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
John Q. Hosedrinker