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Poland establishes Day of Remembrance for victims of “genocide committed by OUN and UPA” — law signed by president
Babel
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Polish President Andrzej Duda has signed a law establishing July 11 as the National Day of Remembrance of "Poles — victims of genocide committed by the OUN and UPA" in the eastern territories of the Second Polish Republic. This is stated in the...
Ukrainian Center in Lithuania hosts over 4,300 events, Zelenska says
Ukrinform
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June 30, 2025
Over the three years of its existence, the Ukrainian Center in Lithuania has held more than 4,300 events for adults and children. This was reported by the First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska, according to Ukrinform, citing the website of the head...
More jobs available for OFWs in Lithuania
Philippine STAR
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July 2, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — More jobs are opening soon for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Lithuania, the Department of Migrant Workers reported yesterday. The DMW said Lithuanian authorities are finalizing procedures on the hiring of more Filipino...
German army chief fired after blunt criticism of military
The Times
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The head of the German army has been fired after he made a series of forthright public complaints about the armed forces. Lieutenant General Alfons Mais, 63, is a bluff and popular figure who has made little effort to disguise his concerns about...
Poland eyes border checks with Lithuania amid migrant pressure, but Vilnius left in the dark
BNE Intellinews
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on June 30 that his government is considering reintroducing border controls with Lithuania in response to increased concerns about irregular migration. Lithuanian authorities, however, say they have not been...
Ihor Zhovkva, Deputy Head of the Presidential Office
Ukrinform
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The end of June saw a number of significant highest-level international events. The NATO summit took place in The Hague, the Netherlands, on June 24-25, resulting in the shortest communiqué in the history of such gatherings. It contains only five...
The NATO Meeting in The Hague and the Latest Developments in the International Security Environment
Diplomat magazine EU
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June 30, 2025
Conclusions and Lessons for Military and Intelligence Services “Geopolitics does not forgive ignorance and does not reward indecision.” — adapted from Zbigniew Brzezinski By Corneliu Pivariu The NATO meeting held in The Hague on June 24-25, 2025,...
€220,000 Rolls-Royce owned by Russia-linked mayor of Kaunas hits pedestrian
BNE Intellinews
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Visvaldas Matijosaitis, Mayor of Kaunas, Lithuania’s second-largest city and one of the country's richest men, struck a pedestrian with his ca. €220,000 Rolls-Royce on June 30 at a pedestrian crossing in the city, LRT.lt reported. The 30-year-old...
Introducing: Military Police Criminal Investigation Department
CZDEFENCE
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It uncovers crimes and their perpetrators, acts as a police authority in criminal proceedings, investigates misdemeanors, searches for wanted or missing soldiers and lost or stolen military equipment, usually in cooperation with the Czech Police....
150 Athletes from 11 Countries to Compete at Balkan Diving Championships and Sofia Cup International Tournament
Bulgarian News Agency
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A total of 150 athletes from 11 countries will compete for medals at the Balkan Diving Championships and the Sofia Cup International Tournament, which will take place at the "Dianabad" swimming pool in Sofia from July 8 to 11. The competition is...
PH, Lithuania expand defense cooperation
The Manila Times
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July 1, 2025
THE Philippines and Lithuania have taken a significant step in strengthening their defense partnership with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU), formalizing cooperation in key areas such as cybersecurity, maritime security, and...
Poland to reintroduce border controls with Germany and Lithuania in response to irregular migration
Notes from Poland
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July 1, 2025
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Philippines Elevates Defense Ties With Lithuania to Counter ‘Common Threats’
The Diplomat
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July 1, 2025
The Philippines and Lithuania have signed an agreement aimed at deepening security relations in order to counter the “common threat” from their powerful neighbors, particularly in the Baltic and South China seas. The Memorandum of Understanding on...
Latvian, Israeli foreign ministers meet in Rīga
LSM
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July 2, 2025
The Israeli Foreign Minister arrived in Latvia and Lithuania on Tuesday for a working visit. Sa'ar discussed bilateral cooperation, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East with his counterparts. At a press conference...
Unrefined imports: The EU buys rapeseed oil from Belarus made with crops from occupied Ukraine
Belarusian Investigative Center
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Certified fraud Despite record-breaking oilseed harvests in Belarus, Agroprodukt director Aleh Tsiasliuk told journalists in August 2023 that the company was running short of raw materials: “We need over 300,000 tons of rapeseed per year, and all...
Letter to the Editor: Trump’s Distain for our Military
Ark Valley Voice - Colorado
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July 1, 2025
Dear Editor: President Trump’s contempt for our fighting men and women is despicable. He has called our brave soldiers who lost their lives in WWI “losers” and “suckers”. He called Senator McCain who was imprisoned in the Vietnamese conflict a...
Poland to reinstate border controls with Germany, Lithuania from July 7
Xinhua News Agency
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WARSAW, July 1 (Xinhua) -- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Tuesday that Poland will temporarily reinstate border checks with Germany and Lithuania, starting July 7, to curb illegal immigration. "We believe that it is necessary to...
Involve young people in reshaping military service
Politico Europe
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June 30, 2025
But it’s a gamble. What if enough young Germans don’t accept the offer of military service the way Norwegians so enthusiastically do? What if the Bundeswehr needs so many soldiers that being selected for military service doesn’t quite resemble...
Poland to start temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania, Tusk says
Euronews
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July 1, 2025
Published on 01/07/2025 - 13:55 GMT+2 Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday that the country would temporarily introduce border controls with Germany and Lithuania due to concerns over irregular migration. Tusk's government has been...
Poland reinstates border checks with Germany, Lithuania
Gazeta Tema
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July 1, 2025
WARSAW, July1 – Poland will reintroduce temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania, citing pressure from irregular migration and Berlin’s recent asylum policy changes, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Tuesday. Tusk blamed Germany for...