Baltic States Disconnect from Russian Power Grid in Historic Shift
In a significant move, the three Baltic nations—Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia—are set to completely sever their decades-old electricity ties with Russia. This historic shift marks the end of reliance on a Soviet-era power grid as the Baltics transition to synchronizing their energy network with that of the European Union. Amid fears of potential backlash from Moscow, the Baltic states are bracing for possible cyberattacks as they make this pivotal change. The EU has welcomed this decision, viewing it as a step toward energy independence and a way to curb Russian influence in the region. Meanwhile, the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad faces potential energy isolation following this shift.
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