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Russia is 'mocking' the US, Lithuanian defence minister says

The Kemlin has no incentive to stop the war, according to Dovilė Šakalienė, in particular amid growing cooperation with North Korea, China and Iran.

31/05/2025

Europe

Germany bolsters NATO's eastern flank with new brigade in Lithuania

Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Lithuania to inaugurate a German brigade aimed at strengthening NATO's presence and deterring Russian threats in the Baltic region.

22/05/2025

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Moose makes surprise visit to Vilnius city centre

Residents of Vilnius were startled on Tuesday morning when a moose unexpectedly wandered into the city, roaming through several neighbourhoods of Lithuania's capital before reaching its centre.

21/05/2025

Europe

Lithuania takes Belarus to ICJ over allegations of migrant smuggling

Vilnius claims Belarusian authorities orchestrated flights from the Middle East and escorted migrants to the border, forcing them to cross illegally.

19/05/2025

Europe

Three US soldiers found dead in Lithuania identified as search ends

A rally was held in Vilnius to honour the soldiers, with the US ambassador expressing deep gratitude for their service.

02/04/2025

Europe

Fourth US soldier missing in Lithuania swamp found dead

The announcement comes after the bodies of three of the four US Army service personnel were found on Monday after their armoured Hercules vehicle was recovered from a peat bog.

01/04/2025

Lithuania

Four US soldiers missing in Lithuania: What we know so far

The search for the fourth soldier continues after three US Army members were found dead when their armoured vehicle was pulled from a swampy area in eastern Lithuania.

01/04/2025

Europe

Three of four US soldiers missing in Lithuania swamp found dead

The fourth soldier is still considered missing and the search and rescue mission will continue until he is found, Lithuanian president said on Monday.

31/03/2025

Europe

US troops struggle to drain Lithuania swamp to reach missing soldiers

The four soldiers, whose identities have not been released, went missing early on Tuesday when they were on a mission to recover another Army vehicle during unit training.

28/03/2025

Europe

Search for missing US soldiers in Lithuania continues

Rescuers drained water from a swamp as they tried to retrieve an M88 Hercules armoured vehicle.

27/03/2025

Europe

Four US soldiers still missing in Lithuania, NATO says

NATO clarified comments made by its chief, Mark Rutte, who suggested the four soldiers had died.

26/03/2025

Lithuania

Lithuania says Russian military intelligence behind Ikea arson attack

The suspect, who was underage at the time of the arson in Vilnius, was arrested while planning another attack in Riga, in neighbouring Latvia.

17/03/2025

Culture news

Lithuanian publisher pulls JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' from sale

A Lithuanian publisher has pulled JD Vance’s controversial memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" from sale. Here's why.

06/03/2025

Travel News

New rail route connects Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn with a single ticket

Travel between Baltic capitals in one day with faster, seamless train connections

14/02/2025

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Baltic States join European electricity grid

The Baltic States are celebrating their accession to the European energy network, marking the end of electricity transmission with Russia.

10/02/2025

Europe

Baltic states connect to EU electricity after ditching Russian supply

The Baltic states connected to electricity supplied via Finland, Sweden and Poland after disconnecting from Russia, which had supplied them electricity for decades.

09/02/2025

Culture news

Hidden royal treasures discovered underneath Vilnius Cathedral

Long-lost crowns, rings, and sceptres dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries have resurfaced in the crypt of Lithuania’s most famous cathedral.

20/01/2025

Europe

Lithuania vows to raise defence spending to 5-6% of GDP

The Baltic nation's announcement comes weeks after US President-elect Donald Trump said NATO allies should spend at least 5% of GDP on defence.

17/01/2025

Europe

Lithuania ramps up power grid security ahead of Russia decoupling

Lithuania’s government says it will boost security on its power grids with Poland ahead of planned decoupling from the Russian energy system next month.

09/01/2025

Europe

German FM questions if DHL plane crash was 'hybrid incident'

A cargo plane crashed into a house on its approach to Lithuania's Vilnius Airport on Monday morning, killing one crew member and injuring others.

26/11/2024

Smart Regions

Lithuania: Investing in emotional intelligence to tackle burnout

In partnership with the European Commission

Mental and emotional stress in the workplace can take a heavy toll on individual employees. It also has a financial impact on companies. Investing in resources to tackle burnout can benefit employers and their staff.

25/11/2024

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DHL cargo plane crashes into house in Lithuania

A DHL cargo plane crashed near Vilnius, Lithuania, on Monday morning, leaving at least one person dead. The cause of the crash is not yet known.

25/11/2024

Europe

Cargo plane crashes near Vilnius Airport, killing one

A Boeing 737 cargo plane operated by Swiftair crashed into a house near Vilnius Airport, Lithuania, killing one person and injuring another.

25/11/2024

Economy

Unicorn hub? Here's why Lithuania attracts so many fintech companies

Euronews Business looks at the factors that have contributed to Lithuania becoming one of the fastest-growing startup and fintech hubs in Europe, with a range of soon to be unicorns, known as soonicorns.

24/11/2024

Destinations

Why Lithuania’s National Parks Are Europe’s Best Nature Getaway

Experience a new side of Europe: Explore the forests, lakes, and folklore of Lithuania’s underrated national parks.

12/11/2024

Lithuania

Lithuania's Social Democrats confident after parliamentary elections

The change in government is not expected to lead to a major change in the country's foreign policy, as the Social Democrats are broadly supportive to continue aiding Ukraine and keeping the defense spending above 3 per cent of GDP.

28/10/2024