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Baltic states to sanction Georgia’s officials over crackdown on pro-EU protests

Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia agreed sanctions on Georgian officials for suppressing pro-EU protests, while the EU signals further consequences over Tbilisi's democratic backsliding.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine, Lithuania agree to jointly produce military drones, EW systems, ammunition

Defense ministers signed a memorandum, establishing joint production amid Ukraine's ongoing military needs.

byYuri Zoria

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WSJ: US-bound planes possibly targeted in Russian DHL-linked incendiary scheme

European investigators revealed a plot, involving incendiary devices hidden in massagers at DHL hubs, multiple individuals are under arrest.

byYuri Zoria

Lithuania provided Ukraine with 230 pickup trucks and 240 mine detectors.

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Lithuania delivers major 470-piece demining package to Ukraine

Lithuanian Defense Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas delivered 230 pickup trucks and 240 mine detectors to Kyiv this week, as a part of the international Demining Coalition effort.

byVira Kravchuk

The image shows the Lithuanian and Ukrainian flags. Credit: GitanasNauseda/X

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Lithuania’s military aid to Ukraine tops $ 765 mn with new package

The military aid package to Ukraine includes mortars and generators, as part of winter preparation efforts, the country's defense ministry announced on 31 Oct..

byMaria Tril

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Lithuania, Ireland and Italy to sign agreements on Ukraine’s recovery

Ireland will allocate 3 million euros for building bomb shelters near Ukrainian schools, while Italy's Scandurra Studio Architettura will prepare technical plans to restore destroyed educational facilities.

byMaria Tril

President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda. Source:mil.in.ua

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Lithuania demands stronger NATO response to North Korean-Russian cooperation

Lithuania's president urges NATO to respond to North Korea's military aid to Russia by providing Ukraine with long-range missiles and lifting restrictions.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine to help Lithuania build RDX explosives factory

The factory construction project, aimed at bolstering the defense capabilities of Ukraine, Lithuania, and the EU, is scheduled to begin in 2025.

byYuri Zoria

An FPV drone operator during the Victory Drones training

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Lithuania to send its domestically produced combat drones to Ukraine by end of year

The Lithuanian Ministry of Defense has announced the delivery of nearly 5,000 combat drones to Ukraine, marking a significant step in defense collaboration between the two countries.

byOlena Mukhina

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Lithuania allocates additional €13 million for Ukraine’s recovery projects

Lithuania has announced a new allocation of €13 million for recovery projects in Ukraine, bringing its total support to nearly €1.5 billion since the onset of the war, as the country continues to provide military, financial, and humanitarian aid.

byOlena Mukhina

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Vilnius seizes Russian military camo materials cargo, reroutes to Ukraine

Lithuanian customs officials intercepted the supplies en route from Kaliningrad to Moscow, redirecting them to Ukraine.

byYuri Zoria

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Lithuanian solar company powers Odesa institutions with new project for Ukraine

Lithuanian company UAB Okata has initiated solar projects in Ukraine that will supply electricity to 11 public institutions, including hospitals and schools.

byMaria Tril

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Europe unprepared for real war with Russia, warns former US army commander

Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, former commander of the U.S. Army in Europe, warned that Europe remains unprepared for a real conflict with Russia due to gaps in air and missile defense systems.

byOlena Mukhina

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Lithuania to hand over camouflage nets found in parcels to Russia to Ukraine

Lithuania's customs service has intercepted multiple shipments of camouflage nets on trains from Kaliningrad, raising suspicions about their intended use in Ukraine.

byMaria Tril

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Lithuania to provide Ukraine with extra €40-50 mn military aid this year

Lithuania's aid package prioritizes drone production, radars, mine-clearing equipment, and air defense systems, aiming to strengthen Ukraine's defenses while boosting Lithuania's defense industry.

byYuri Zoria

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Lithuania urges NATO to shoot down Russian drones over Baltic states

Lithuania's Defense Minister calls for changes to NATO's air policing mission in the Baltic states after the recent Russian drone crash in Latvia. Proposal includes faster decision-making process and immediate action to intercept and destroy drones entering NATO airspace from Belarus.

byYuri Zoria

Ukraine and Lithuania launch security guarantee agreement talks

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Lithuania: We want to buy short-range SAMs for Ukraine

Nauseda also revealed plans to invest in the production of Ukraine's long-range weapon "Palianytsia" and expressed interest in collaborating on maritime drone manufacturing.

byBenjamin Looijen

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Lithuania says NATO forces should shoot down Russian drones in region

A recent Russian drone crash in Latvia has sparked debate about the effectiveness of NATO's air policing mission in the Baltic region.

byMaria Tril

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Lithuania, Latvia announce another aid package for Ukraine during their visit to Kyiv

In particular, Lithuania committed 10 million euros ($11 mn) to enhance Ukraine's long-range capabilities, including funding for Palianytsia rocket drones.

byMaria Tril

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Latvia sends specialized gear and equipment to Ukrainian forces

In a show of support for Ukraine, Latvia will donate a range of essential items to its military, including jackets, boots, drones, and hundreds of computers for its forces.

byOlena Mukhina