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European Security No. 050 May 18, 2026
Updated Jun 23, 2026

Suwalki Gap: NATO's Most Dangerous Corridor

A 65-kilometre stretch of land between Belarus and Kaliningrad is the most studied — and the most under-resourced — defensive challenge in the alliance. Reading time 9 min

Rasa Bielskienė
Defense Correspondent
Suwalki Gap: NATO's Most Dangerous Corridor

A 65-kilometre stretch of land between Belarus and Kaliningrad is the most studied — and the most under-resourced — defensive challenge in the alliance.

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Rasa Bielskienė
Defense Correspondent

Defense correspondent covering NATO deterrence posture, force structure, and the eastern flank. Embedded reporter during multiple Iron Wolf exercises.

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