Molotov cocktails thrown at Russian embassy in Vilnius

The Russian embassy in Vilnius was targeted with Molotov cocktails on two consecutive nights, prompting an extensive investigation by Lithuanian authorities, according to reports on Monday.

The Russian embassy in Vilnius, Lithuania.

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The first attack occurred late on Saturday, followed by another identical incident on Sunday night. Although no injuries were reported, the embassy's building sustained damage, public broadcaster Polish Radio’s IAR news agency reported.

The Russian embassy in Vilnius was pelted with Molotov cocktails twice over the weekend

On Sunday night and then on Monday, unknown people threw Molotov cocktails at the building of the Russian embassy on Heroes of Ukraine Street, local media reported, citing the Lithuanian… pic.twitter.com/rl1eh30xfr

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Lithuanian police said they were actively seeking an unidentified assailant, while the extent of the damage inflicted upon the embassy premises was under evaluation.

Under Lithuanian law, the individual behind the attacks could face penalties including fines or imprisonment for up to five years.

Officials from the Vilnius District Main Police Station confirmed that measures were being considered to enhance the protection of the Russian diplomatic facility.

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Source: IAR, Polskie Radio 24