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POLITICS9m agoNGO Viasná denounces the expulsion to Lithuania of 25 political prisoners released by MinskA group of 25 detainees was released and sent to Lithuania after negotiations between the US and Belarus, a human rights organization reported. The US special envoy announced the lifting of sanctions on Belarusian companies, while the European country's banking assets will be unblocked.Clarín
POLITICS4d agoMedvedev : Lithuania will disappear if it clashes with Russiaazernews.az · Azerbaijan
POLITICSAug 31CIA chief’s Moscow meeting ‘achieved its goals’, says Lithuania’s presidentLithuania’s President Gitanas Nauseda said he has been briefed by the US on the content of CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s talks in Moscow, describing the visit as aimed at reducing regional tensions. “I can say at this stage that the meeting achieved its stated objectives and it was aimed at reducing tensions in the region,” Nauseda said in Vilnius, according to Lithuanian media reports on Monday. “I very much hope that this message reached the Kremlin regime in good time.” He did not provide...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 31Lithuania marks 33rd anniversary of final Soviet troop withdrawalLithuania is commemorating the 33rd anniversary of the final withdrawal of Soviet troops from its territory. This marks a significant historical and political milestone for the nation's independence.lrt.lt · Lithuania
POLITICSAug 13Lithuanian PM demands Church cooperation after priests charged with child sex offensesThe Lithuanian Prime Minister is demanding cooperation from the Church following child sex offense charges against priests. This indicates government involvement in addressing a serious social and criminal issue within a religious institution.lrt.lt · Lithuania
POLITICSAug 7Migrant tunnels in Lithuania direct suspicion towards MinskLithuania's border guards have discovered tunnels through which migrants are trying to enter the country from Belarus. Analysts see them as a means to destabilize the country.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 6Germany's brigade key to deterring Russia, Lithuanian FM tells EuronewsAs Germany prepares to permanently station thousands of troops in Lithuania, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys explains why Vilnius believes the deployment is essential to preserving peace.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 1Lithuania moves to tighten curbs on pro-Kremlin Russian and Belarusian figuresLithuania plans tougher restrictions on pro-Kremlin Russian and Belarusian nationals, including bans on public activities and tighter limits on buying property near sensitive sites, citing national security and anti-propaganda concerns.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSJul 25Belarusian man says asylum in Lithuania endangered by politics . History shows otherwiseA Belarusian man claims his asylum in Lithuania is threatened by political factors, though historical context suggests a different reality. This addresses the complexities of asylum and political influence in international relations.lrt.lt · Lithuania
POLITICSJul 22 Fatigue in Europe : Lithuania among few fighting for Russia sanctionsThere is reported fatigue in Europe regarding Russia sanctions, with Lithuania being one of the few nations still actively advocating for them. This indicates divisions within European policy concerning ongoing international sanctions.lrt.lt · Lithuania
POLITICSJul 15Lithuania new PM says allowing Taiwan de - facto embassy was maybe too brave Lithuania's new Prime Minister has suggested that the decision to permit a de-facto Taiwanese embassy might have been overly bold. This statement reflects on the country's diplomatic stance regarding Taiwan.taipeitimes.com · Taiwan
POLITICSJul 13As Europe closes doors , Lithuania is opening them … For nowWhile other European nations are restricting entry, Lithuania is currently adopting a more open policy. This signals a divergence in European international relations regarding entry.baltictimes.com · Latvia
POLITICSJul 8Lithuania wants to normalise ties with China . Does that mean divorcing Taiwan ? Lithuania is seeking to normalize its relations with China, raising questions about the potential impact on its relationship with Taiwan. This represents a complex diplomatic challenge with significant geopolitical implications.lrt.lt · Lithuania
POLITICSJul 3Nearly all parliamentary faction leaders support amending Lithuania's Constitution on nuclear weapons, Nausėda saysLithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda has said that nearly all leaders of parliamentary factions agree that the constitutional provision banning the deployment of nuclear weapons on Lithuanian territory is outdated and should be repealed.ukrinform · ukraine
POLITICSJun 30Lithuania's parliament approves Sinkevičius as prime ministerLithuania's parliament, the Seimas, on Tuesday approved Mindaugas Sinkevičius as the country's new prime minister — a third Social Democrat prime minister in this parliamentary term.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSJun 24Does Lithuania’s Taiwan pause signal a wider European shift towards pragmatism?Lithuania’s decision to suspend negotiations on an economic cooperation plan with Taiwan has cast fresh doubt over one of Taipei’s most celebrated foreign relations breakthroughs as the Baltic state’s incoming government seeks more pragmatic ties with Beijing. Lithuania’s foreign ministry said on Monday that negotiations on an economic cooperation action plan with Taiwan had been temporarily suspended by mutual agreement because of changes in the European country’s domestic political environment...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 23Lithuania PM Ruginienė resigns after less than a year in officePrime Minister Inga Ruginienė resigned on Tuesday together with her cabinet, ending a ten-month tenure. She is to return to government as social affairs minister in a new cabinet expected to be led by Mindaugas Sinkevičius — the third Social Democrat prime minister since the 2024 elections.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSJun 18Three Lithuanian parties to sign coalition dealThree Lithuanian political parties are set to sign a coalition deal. This indicates the formation of a new government or ruling alliance.lrt.lt · Lithuania
POLITICSJun 17Lithuania moves to bar Russia and Belarus - linked firms from critical infrastructureLithuania is taking steps to prohibit companies connected to Russia and Belarus from involvement in its critical infrastructure. This move has national security implications amid regional tensions.lrt.lt · Lithuania