A Russian state media report that predicted a short war with Lithuania, and the use of "missiles with a suitable warhead" instead of ground forces, was deleted hours after publication. RIA Novosti says it does not reflect editorial or state policy.

A Russian state media report that predicted a short war with Lithuania, and the use of "missiles with a suitable warhead" instead of ground forces, was deleted hours after publication. RIA Novosti says it does not reflect editorial or state policy.