Lithuania completely disconnects itself from Russian energy grid
Illustrative photo: Lithuania cutting power lines that connected it to Russia (Getty Images)
Lithuania has completed the dismantling of power lines that connected it to the Russian energy grid, states the Lithuanian electricity transmission operator Litgrid, according to Delfi.
The operator noted that all sections of the cross-border power lines connecting Lithuania with the Kaliningrad region have been dismantled.
This marks Lithuania’s complete disconnection from the Russian energy grid and strengthens its integration into Europe’s continental electricity system.
"After completing all dismantling work, we will be fully free of unnecessary infrastructure, further reinforcing our energy independence," emphasized Litgrid CEO Rokas Masiulis.
The dismantling of the power lines took just over seven months – work began on February 8–9 this year, after the Baltic countries synchronized with Europe’s continental electricity networks.
Baltic countries disconnect from Russia’s energy grid
On February 8, it was reported that Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia had completed the process of disconnecting from the Russian energy system.
EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas emphasized that this move would prevent Russia from using energy as a tool of blackmail against the Baltic states.
The Baltic countries had been preparing for this step for a long time, but financial difficulties had previously delayed its implementation.
