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“The state must not trade its forests!” – Minister Krauze rejects possibility of selling shares in “Latvijas valsts meži”
Baltic News Network
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July 10, 2025
The joint-stock company Latvijas valsts meži (LVM) must remain entirely state-owned, as state forests must not be privatized, emphasized Minister of Agriculture Armands Krauze (ZZS) in a statement to LETA. According to the Ministry of Agriculture,...
Russian drone crashes in Lithuania
Defence Blog
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July 10, 2025
A Russian Geran drone crashed in Lithuania on Thursday after crossing into the country’s airspace from neighboring Belarus, Lithuanian defense officials confirmed. The Lithuanian military said the drone entered national airspace around 11:30 a.m....
Homemade Drone Crosses Belarus-Lithuania Border Triggering Security Alert
Mezha
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July 10, 2025
As the Baltic States news agency BNS writes On July 10, around 11:30 AM, an incident involving an unmanned aerial vehicle occurred on Lithuanian territory when it crossed the border from Belarus and crashed nearby. In connection with this,...
Where Is Cannabis Legal In Europe?
Forbes
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A guide to medical marijuana and recreational use laws across the continent and the United Kingdom. In April 2024, Germany legalized recreational marijuana, becoming the largest country in Europe to turn green. There are currently 28 EU countries...
Betsson Lithuania Extends Sponsorships with FK Žalgiris and Lithuanian Basketball Federation Until 2027
European Gaming
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July 10, 2025
Reading Time: 2 minutes Following its recent rebrand from Betsafe to Betsson, Betsson Lithuania has announced the extension of two long-standing sports partnerships – with FK Žalgiris, one of the country’s most iconic football clubs, and the...
Ašeradens: No current plans to list “Latvenergo” and “Latvijas Valsts Meži” on stock exchange
Baltic News Network
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July 17, 2025
Finance Minister Arvils Ašeradens (New Unity) assured members of the United List (Apvienotais saraksts – AS) parliamentary faction on Thursday that there are currently no plans to list state-owned companies Latvenergo and Latvijas Valsts Meži...
Lithuanian group arrives in Taiwan for a six-day visit
Taipei Times
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July 6, 2025
A Lithuanian group of Taiwan-friendly lawmakers is visiting the nation for six days, and would meet with Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) and other senior officials to boost bilateral relations, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said yesterday....
Trump Resumes U.S. Military Action Against Russia; Spy Aircraft Deployed Near Russian Border
The Times of India
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July 10, 2025
Amid Donald Trump's continuous attacks at Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin over the Ukraine war, A U.S. Air Force RC-135V Rivet Joint, a reconnaissance aircraft with the call sign 'JAKE17,' conducted a sortie near Russia's Kaliningrad enclave,...
Lithuanian and German presidents discuss stronger support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia
Ukrainska Pravda
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Gitanas Nausėda and Frank-Walter Steinmeier. Photo: Nausėda on X (Twitter) Lithuania's President Gitanas Nausėda and his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier have met to discuss support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia. Source: Nausėda on...
Outgoing Polish president claims that Ukraine doesn't appreciate Poland's help enough
Ukrainska Pravda
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Polish President Andrzej Duda. Photo: Getty Images Polish President Andrzej Duda has criticised the way allies and Ukraine treat Poland, especially regarding the supply of military aid through Rzeszów Airport. Source: Polsat News, a Polish news...
How President Trump Can Bring The Ukraine War To A Successful Close
Forbes
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People gather near a nine story residential building in Solomianskyi district, where an entire building's section from the 1st to the 9th floor was destroyed by a Russian ballistic missile strike on June 17, 2025 in Kyiv, Ukraine. (Photo by...
Fast Track for Steps: Vilnius Airport Launches Unique Walk15 Pilot Program
Rus Tourism News
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July 9, 2025
Vilnius Airport, in collaboration with international wellness startup Walk15, has launched a one-of-a-kind pilot project allowing travelers to pass through Fast Track security by paying with steps. To access the service, users need to accumulate...
Knights of Columbus to Honor Member at Mayor for the Day Celebration
Voices News - Connecticut
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WATERBURY – The Knights of Lithuania, Council 7, will honor member Alfred D. Ulozas during its Mayor for the Day celebration at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 12, at City Hall, 235 Grand St. The ceremony will raise the flag of Lithuania in front of city...
Rayyan Imran wins gold medal at Dutch International Youth Regatta 2025
GEO TV
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July 9, 2025
Pakistani rower Rayyan Imran has made waves on the international rowing scene, clinching the gold medal in the Open Men's Double Sculls and a silver medal in Quads at the Dutch International Youth Regatta 2025. This significant victory marks a...
Reuters: Finland and Lithuania preparing to produce anti-personnel mines
Babel
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Lithuania and Finland are likely to begin domestic production of anti-personnel mines next year to provide themselves and Ukraine with them, given the military threat from Russia. This was reported to Reuters by officials from both countries. The...
Finland and Lithuania set to produce anti-personnel mines, officials say
The Straits Times
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July 9, 2025
VILNIUS/HELSINKI/TALLINN - Lithuania and Finland look set to start domestic production of anti-personnel landmines next year to supply themselves and Ukraine because of what they see as the military threat from Russia, officials from the two NATO...
New Poland boss sets out Robert Lewandowski World Cup return plan
Sporting News
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July 17, 2025
Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski is set for a busy first half to the 2025/26 season. The veteran forward has rejected suggestions he could leave Catalonia this summer, amid renewed interest from the Saudi Pro League, with his immediate future set...
The Grateful Dead: A story of hippies, LSD and Lithuania’s iconic basketball uniforms
El País
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July 9, 2025
On July 9, 1995, The Grateful Dead played their final concert in Chicago. Just one month later, their leader, Jerry Garcia, passed away at 53 due to complications from diabetes. Despite being inactive during the latter half of that decade, they...
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Poland reintroduces border checks with Germany and Lithuania
BNE Intellinews
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Poland reintroduced border checks with Germany and Lithuania at midnight of July 8 in a temporary move aimed at curbing unauthorised migration. The controls will remain in place until August 5, the Interior Ministry said. They will cover 52...
Visitors from over 50 countries can now drive in UAE with their home licenses, no tests required
The Arabian Stories
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July 17, 2025
Dubai: According to the Ministry’s latest announcement, residents of 52 nationalities are now allowed to drive motorcycles and light vehicles in the UAE using their valid national driving licenses while on a visit. This new policy applies to...