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Lithuania

A Baltic state in northeastern Europe
The Republic of Lithuania is a state located in the Baltic region of Northern Europe on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea. It borders Latvia, Belarus, Poland, and the Kaliningrad Oblast of Russia, covering an area of approximately 65,300 km² with a predominantly flat terrain, numerous rivers, and lakes. The capital and largest city is Vilnius, and the country's population is about 2.8 million people. The history of Lithuania dates back 10,000 years, when its lands were inhabited by various Baltic tribes. In the 13th century, the lands were united, forming the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, which became the largest state in Europe in the 14th century. After a period of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and Russian occupation, Lithuania regained its independence in 1918, and then again in 1990 after almost 50 years of Soviet occupation.
1991
The country's restoration of independence is internationally recognized
1993
The withdrawal of former Soviet troops is completed
1994
Vilnius Old Town is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site
1997
Large-scale privatization and economic reforms are launched
2001
Joined the World Trade Organization
2004
The country becomes a full member of NATO and the European Union
2007
Joined the Schengen Area
2015
The euro is introduced in the country
2025
The city of Vilnius is named the European Green Capital of the Year
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Ukrainian judokas performed brilliantly at the European Cadet Championships

Ukrainian judokas won 1 gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in individual competitions at the European Cadet Judo Championships.

Sports • June 30, 03:41 AM • 37195 views
Zelenskyy signs security cooperation agreements with Lithuania and Estonia

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy signs bilateral security cooperation agreements with the President of Lithuania and the Prime Minister of Estonia during the EU leaders' summit.

War in Ukraine • June 27, 12:57 PM • 24899 views
Poland and the Baltic states call on the EU to build a defense line on the border with Russia and Belarus

Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia have called on the EU to build a defense line along its border with Russia and Belarus to protect the bloc from military and hybrid threats, which requires financial support from all members.

War in Ukraine • June 26, 11:37 PM • 96680 views
Lithuania may soon withdraw from the Convention on Cluster Munitions

Lithuania may withdraw from the Convention on Cluster Munitions in the near future for reasons of national security, the country's defense minister said.

News of the World • June 26, 01:45 PM • 16526 views
Lithuanian company transfers power transmission line equipment to Ukraine to restore damaged energy infrastructure

Lithuanian energy company Litgrid is transferring a third aid package worth more than 10 million euros to Ukraine, providing transformers and other equipment to restore the power system damaged as a result of Russian attacks.

Economy • June 20, 10:52 AM • 18169 views
Strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities and integration into the EU and NATO: Zelenskyy meets with Speaker of the Seimas of Lithuania

President Zelenskyy met with Lithuanian Seimas Speaker Chmilite-Nielsen to discuss strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities, Ukraine's integration into the EU and NATO, and the implementation of the Ukrainian peace formula.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 03:34 PM • 48097 views
New package of sanctions against Russia to be agreed in the EU before the June 27 summit - EUobserver

The EU plans to agree on new sanctions against Russia by the June 27 summit, including restrictions on the transportation of Russian LNG and oil, trade bans and blacklists.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 09:05 AM • 66076 views
Speaker of the Lithuanian Parliament arrives in Kyiv on a visit

Speaker of the Lithuanian Seimas Victoria Čmilite-Nielsen visited Ukraine to reaffirm Lithuania's support for Ukraine's victory and its path to European and Euro-Atlantic integration.

Politics • June 18, 06:23 AM • 40687 views
Iraq and Jordan refuse to sign joint communiqué on peace in Ukraine

Iraq and Jordan withdrew their signatures from the joint communiqué of the Global Peace Summit, bringing the document aimed at achieving peace in Ukraine to 78 countries.

Politics • June 16, 09:34 PM • 106774 views
Lithuania handed over a batch of M113 armored personnel carriers to Ukraine

Lithuania has delivered a batch of M113 armored personnel carriers to Ukraine to support demining efforts and help in the war against Russia.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 04:59 PM • 24232 views
Lithuania introduces conscript service for high school graduates

Lithuania has approved a draft reform that requires high school graduates to serve in the army before entering university.

Society • June 14, 02:42 AM • 59183 views
Eight EU countries propose to restrict the movement of Russian diplomats in Europe - Reuters

Eight EU countries, including the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, and the Czech Republic, called for a ban on Russian diplomats traveling freely in the Schengen area.

News of the World • June 13, 12:39 PM • 14387 views
Speakers of Poland and the Baltic states supported Ukraine's right to self - defense, which provides for strikes on the territory of the Russian Federation- Stefanchuk

The heads of parliaments of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Ukraine adopted a joint declaration in which they commit to continue cooperation in the field of security, support Ukraine's path to NATO and EU membership, and called for the lifting of restrictions on the supply of Western weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 01:10 PM • 18946 views
Hungarian President will not join the Group of 9 summit in Riga: allies are considering excluding the country from the defense club

Hungary will not participate in the Bucharest Nine summit in Riga. The Allies are considering the possibility of excluding the country from the defense club.

Politics • June 11, 07:16 AM • 24437 views
Stefanchuk held a private meeting with speakers of the parliaments of Poland and the Baltic states

Ruslan Stefanchuk, chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, met with speakers from the parliaments of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia to discuss strengthening support for Ukraine, including lifting restrictions on arms supplies and improving the effectiveness of sanctions against Russia.

Politics • June 10, 05:54 PM • 24239 views
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada will take part in the summit of heads of parliaments of Poland and the Baltic states: support for Ukraine will be discussed

Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk will visit Poland on June 10-11 to participate in the summit of the parliamentary leaders of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, dedicated to strengthening support for Ukraine.

Politics • June 10, 11:24 AM • 19517 views
Aerial bombs, drones and boats: France has published a list of military assistance to Ukraine for this year

Since the beginning of 2024, France has provided Ukraine with military assistance worth more than 1. 32 billion euros, including aerial bombs, armored vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, ammunition and other equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 05:41 PM • 21546 views
Belarus is likely to form a new military brigade armed with Iskanders: the media released satellite images

In Belarus, two new hangars resembling shelters for Iskander missile systems are being built in a military unit in Osipovichi, as well as abandoned barracks and an administrative building are being reconstructed, which provides for the potential placement of additional Iskander complexes capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

News of the World • June 7, 04:37 PM • 24135 views
Turkey will help Ukraine with rehabilitation of Military Personnel - Ministry of Defense

Ukraine and Turkey have agreed to cooperate in the field of rehabilitation of Ukrainian servicemen, while Turkey has expanded its assistance to include a pilot project to create an effective rehabilitation system with the participation of various institutions.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 01:22 PM • 17786 views
12 EU countries called for approval of the framework for negotiations on the accession of Ukraine and Moldova to the European Union

Czech minister for European affairs Martin Dvorak initiated an appeal signed by 12 countries calling for approval of the framework for negotiations on Ukraine and Moldova's accession to the EU, noting that their reform efforts deserve support and solidarity.

Politics • June 5, 04:59 PM • 64236 views
Lithuania allocates almost 13 million euros to Ukraine for reconstruction of the country and rehabilitation of the military

Lithuania allocates 12. 7 million euros for reconstruction projects in Ukraine, including the reconstruction of a school in Mykolaiv, rehabilitation of wounded soldiers and war victims.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 02:02 PM • 38758 views
NATO to present security package for Ukraine as a" bridge " to membership-mass media

NATO plans to offer Ukraine a security package at its upcoming summit, which will serve as a "bridge" to possible membership, but does not guarantee immediate entry.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 08:08 AM • 18232 views
Lithuanian journalist will join the Armed Forces of Ukraine as a volunteer paramedic due to the death of "Cheki"

Lithuanian journalist Mindaugas Yoshunas decided to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine as a volunteer paramedic to help save lives at the front after the death of paramedic and journalist Irina "Cheki" Tsybukh.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 02:50 AM • 39765 views
Russia threatens the United States with "serious consequences" for allowing Ukraine to strike with American weapons

Russia is threatening the United States with" serious consequences " for allowing Ukraine to strike Russian territory with American weapons, calling on the United States to take Putin's warnings seriously.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 02:11 PM • 27316 views
Rheinmetall invests over 180 million euros in a projectile manufacturing plant in Lithuania

German military industry giant Rheinmetall is investing more than 180 million euros in the construction of an artillery shell factory in Lithuania, which will create at least 150 new jobs.

News of the World • June 3, 01:19 PM • 41961 views
Almost 1.5 million people liable for military service updated their data – Ministry of Defense

About 1. 5 million Ukrainians liable for military service, including conscripts and reservists, updated their data through the shopping center and joint venture, the Central Administrative District and the Reserve+ mobile application, which remains the leader among data update platforms.

Society • June 2, 03:20 PM • 42256 views
It Coalition has already raised 58 million euros to help Ukraine, Spain will soon join the initiative-Defense Ministry

The IT coalition, led by Estonia and Luxembourg, raised 58 million euros to help Ukraine, and Spain soon joined the initiative.

Politics • May 31, 02:10 PM • 24279 views
Luxury cars were stolen in EU countries: an international group of criminals was neutralized

An international criminal organization specializing in the theft of luxury cars from leasing companies in the EU countries was liquidated during a joint operation with the participation of law enforcement agencies of Ukraine, France, Spain, Poland and Europol.

Crimes and emergencies • May 31, 11:48 AM • 22923 views
Lithuania is ready to send military instructors to Ukraine

Lithuania is ready to send military instructors to Ukraine to train Ukrainian military personnel on Ukrainian territory in partnership with other countries ready to do so, as part of efforts to help Ukraine defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity from Russian invasion.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 08:22 AM • 20635 views
Now this is not a discussion: the Latvian Foreign Minister rejected discussions about the possible sending of troops to Ukraine

Latvia rejects discussions about deploying troops in Ukraine, but supports Ukraine's right to strike legitimate military installations in Russia with weapons provided, if necessary to protect against Russian aggression.

Politics • May 30, 04:25 PM • 23663 views