Parliamentarians have raised concerns that a specific legal gap is being utilized by the ruling majority to manipulate the legislative process, potentially excluding opposition representatives […]
Category: Politics
R. Kaunas: some American soldiers and equipment are still in Lithuania, awaiting answers about new capabilities
During a press briefing at the Parliament, R. Kaunas provided an update regarding the ongoing rotational cycle of military personnel and equipment in Lithuania. He […]
The Seimas agreed to send soldiers and civilians to operations in the Hormuz Strait
The Seimas has approved a proposal authorizing the deployment of Lithuanian military and civilian personnel to the Hormuz Strait. The vote saw 77 members vote […]
The Seimas agreed to changes that strengthen the security of the population and the state’s resilience
Seventy-seven members of the Seimas voted in favor of a significant legislative project, while thirteen Members of Parliament cast dissenting votes. The core focus of […]
It starts to manage one of the most important transport corridors in the country: it will substantially modernize the railway line.
Minister of Transport Juris Tamniss stated that the focus of the ongoing modernization efforts on Via Baltica is on improving the passenger experience rather than […]
R. Kaunas: this year about 800 million euros are to be added to air defense
Minister of National Defense Robertas Kaunas announced plans to allocate an additional 800 million euros to bolster the nation’s air defense capabilities this year. Speaking […]
G. Goda, the appointed judge of the Supreme Court of Lithuania, took the oath in the Seimas
Parliament officially approved the appointment of G. Goda on Tuesday. The vote saw 72 Members of Parliament supporting the appointment, 23 voting against it, and […]
R. Kaunas: the new defense minister will be revealed when the government is formed
Speaking to journalists in Parliament on Thursday, the Minister of Defense addressed ongoing discussions concerning the structure of the entire government. He advised that internal […]
R. Kaunas: at the moment, it is not being considered to send a ship to Hormuz, we are focusing on human capabilities
The Minister of National Defence addressed journalists on Thursday, clarifying the current scope of military preparations and participation. Regarding specific naval assets, the Minister stated […]
V. Landsbergis also reacted to V. Garasto loss
Vytautas Landsbergis, the president of the Supreme Council of the Republic of Lithuania, also shared his condolences regarding the passing of Vladas Garastas. In a […]