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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War in Ukraine • January 30, 09:40 AM • 29641 views

NATO should prepare for russian missile strikes across Europe - The Times

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News of the World • January 29, 09:34 AM • 23106 views

Kuleba discusses joint production of drones for the Armed Forces with Lithuanian Foreign Minister

Ukraine and Lithuania are identifying joint steps to increase the production of drones for the needs of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The two countries plan to combine Lithuanian drone production technologies with Ukraine's ability to scale up production.

War in Ukraine • January 27, 12:28 PM • 32981 views

Netherlands joins IT coalition to support Ukraine's defense

The Netherlands has joined the IT coalition to support Ukraine's defense efforts by allocating 10 million euros. Together with the Netherlands, 12 countries have joined the coalition to support Ukraine in the field of IT, communications and cybersecurity.

War in Ukraine • January 27, 10:57 AM • 35536 views