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'They Tried To Erase Me,' Freed Belarus Opposition Politician Tsikhanouski Says
Radio Free Europe - Radio Liberty
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July 11, 2025
VILNIUS -- Belarusian opposition firebrand Syarhey Tsikhanouski's fight against Aleksandr Lukashenko's repressive rule was halted abruptly five years ago, when he was arrested after announcing plans to challenge the authoritarian leader in an...
Lithuania advances towards energy independence in power and transport sectors
Energy Monitor
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July 8, 2025
Lithuania is working towards achieving its vision for a secure, sustainable, and affordable energy future, as highlighted in a new Energy Policy Review by the International Energy Agency (IEA). Lithuanian Energy Minister Žygimantas Vaičiūnas said:...
A drone crashed in Lithuania. What is known?
Baltic News Network
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July 11, 2025
The drone that flew almost a kilometer into Lithuania from Belarusian territory caused concern and initially various versions were expressed – it was described as an unmanned aerial vehicle, an airplane model and a homemade drone, and even...
Georgia Faces Sanctions Amid Political Meltdown
OCCRP
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July 11, 2025
The European Parliament on Wednesday called for tough sanctions against top Georgian officials over the country’s democratic backsliding, including targeted measures against billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili, the country’s informal ruler. Lawmakers...
Lithuania, Netherlands Rolling Up Sleeves To Deepen Political And Economic Co-Op
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 8. Lithuanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys is traveling to The Hague today for a working visit, where he will meet with Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkam, Trend reports. The...
Plywood drone from Belarus causes alarm in Lithuania
Dawn
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July 11, 2025
VILNIUS: An unmanned aircraft built from plywood and foam flew into Nato member Lithuania from Belarus and crashed, causing alarm before authorities determined it was not dangerous, Lithuanian officials said on Thursday. Prime Minister Gintautas...
Vilnius Unchained: How a Lithuanian Startup Reimagines Real Estate
The Baltic Review
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July 8, 2025
The battle for Europe’s tech crown has a surprising new contender. While giants like London and Berlin have long dominated the conversation, the vibrant streets of Vilnius are quietly birthing a revolution. Lately, the Lithuanian capital isn’t...
Where is marijuana legal in Europe?
Forbes Australia
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July 10, 2025
Published on July 10, 2025 A guide to medical marijuana and recreational use laws across the continent and the United Kingdom. Where is marijuana legal in Europe? Illustration by Samantha Lee for Forbes; Photos by rustamank/Getty Images;...
Lithuania advances gambling overhaul with new ad curbs, player safeguards
Yogonet International
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July 7, 2025
Lithuania has entered a new phase of sweeping gambling reforms, tightening restrictions on advertising, raising the legal gambling age, and expanding oversight ahead of a full regulatory overhaul set to take effect by 2028. The latest measures,...
NATO fighters scrambled as suspicious aircraft from Belarus crashes in Lithuania
AeroTime News
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July 10, 2025
Lithuanian authorities have reported that a suspicious homemade aircraft, resembling a Shahed drone, entered Lithuania from Belarus on July 10, 2025. At around 11:30 local time, the Lithuanian Air Force reported detecting an object moving towards...
Lithuania Gears Up For 2027 EU Council Presidency
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 7. On July 7, Lithuanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with the heads of Lithuania's embassies, consulates, and missions to international organizations as part of the country's...
Finland and Lithuania to begin anti-personnel mine production after treaty exit
Helsinki Times
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July 10, 2025
Finland and Lithuania are preparing to launch domestic production of anti-personnel landmines in 2026 after confirming plans to leave the Ottawa Convention, officials from both countries said. The decision marks a shift in defence policy for the...
Lithuanian PM Criticizes Poland’s Border Control Reinstatement
Mezha
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July 7, 2025
Gintautas Paluckas, the Prime Minister of Lithuania, expressed his dissatisfaction with Poland’s decision to reinstate border controls at the border with Lithuania. This information was published by the Lithuanian outlet Delfi. According to...
Lithuanian Armed Forces receives additional Polish Grom missiles
Army Technology
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July 7, 2025
The Lithuanian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has bolstered military inventory with a shipment of additional Grom air defence missiles, as part of efforts to modernise its armed forces. This procurement is via a €28m ($32.8m) contract signed with...
Georgia Today: Voter registrations could be cancelled; ADA law anniversary; SNAP eligibility changes
Georgia Public Broadcasting
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Orlando Montoya: Hello and welcome to the Georgia Today podcast. Here we bring you the latest reports from the GPB newsroom. On today's episode, the Georgia Secretary of State's office is advising hundreds of thousands of voters to check their...
Lithuania's Airports Lead Baltics With Record Passenger Numbers
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 7. In the first six months of 2025, Lithuania's airports served over 3.3 million passengers-an increase of nearly 9 percent compared to the same period in 2024. According to Lithuanian Airports...
Plywood drone from Belarus crashes in Lithuania, causing alarm
Regional Media News - Iowa
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July 10, 2025
VILNIUS (Reuters) -An unmanned aircraft built from plywood and foam flew into NATO member Lithuania from Belarus and crashed, causing alarm before authorities determined it was not dangerous, Lithuanian officials said on Thursday. Prime Minister...
Latvian fugitive killed in dramatic Lithuania shoot-out
LSM
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July 10, 2025
The incident in southern Lithuania, in the Alytus district, involved Latvian citizen Viktors Konopeļkins, who died at the scene. The State Police received a call on Wednesday, July 9th, that people had been found dead in an apartment in Pļavnieki...
Lithuania Urged To Tackle Transport Emissions
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 7. Lithuania is in the driver's seat to make headway on its long-term energy ambitions if it keeps its nose to the grindstone with proactive policies and tightens the screws on regional...
Lithuanian President Criticizes Poland's Border Checks
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda has voiced strong disapproval of Poland’s recent move to implement border checks with both Lithuania and Germany, labeling the action a "capitulation" in the face of irregular migration, according to a...