The Kremlin considered attacking Lithuanian interests over the Moscow houses: to publish secret plans

The building permit for the “Moscow House” in Vilnius was reportedly revoked in 2016 by local authorities due to an unauthorized addition of three meters to the structure’s height. Former director of the Vilnius City Council, P. Poderskis, cited high levels of alleged theft during construction as a contributing factor to the building’s instability.

Subsequently, the authorities pursued legal action, involving both courts and the State Security Department (Sedur). In 2018, Sedur issued a report indicating that the Moscow House presented a threat to national security. This determination reportedly resulted in the revocation of the building permit associated with the Kremlin’s strategic cultural project.

Despite these official actions, questions persist regarding the continued presence of the structure in Vilnius. According to the LRT Investigations Department, current building inspections are facing scrutiny, with the department suggesting that the authorities are not adequately fulfilling their oversight responsibilities. The dispute centers on the safety and legality of the building.

While initial concerns focused on unauthorized modifications, the matter escalated to national security concerns. The involvement of the authorities, from initial permit revocation to later security assessments, highlights an ongoing dispute over the status of the moscow structure. The differing accounts regarding construction integrity and current maintenance underscore the complexity surrounding the physical site.

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