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Removing Usmanov from sanctions could make EU seem weak, Valys says

Vilnius strongly opposes France's push to remove Usmanov from Russian sanctions, its finance minister told Euronews. However, fears of the blacklist expiring will likely lead to his removal despite heavy backlash.

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Russian man swims to Lithuania seeking asylum — just to be sent back

A 68-year-old Russian man swam down the Nemunas River from Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave to neighbouring Lithuania to seek asylum, only to be returned to Russia.

Europe in Motion

Burglary and break-ins: Here's where homes are most at risk in Europe

Burglary rates vary widely across the EU as Europe's security alarm market flourishes.

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Watch: Aftermath of NATO jets' downing of drone in Lithuania

Drone debris examined after being shot down over Lithuania

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NATO 'committed and ready' after shooting down drone over Lithuania

From the Baltics to Poland, Europe's eastern edge is monitoring Russia's war to prevent it spilling over its own borders.

Europe Today

Lithuania will act fast to a war footing if Russia attacks it, Foreign Minister Budrys says

Lithuanian Foreign Affairs Minister Kęstutis Budrys was speaking on the sidelines of a European Ministers meeting in Ireland. EU ministers were joined by Ukrainian, British, Icelandic, Norwegian and Canadian counterparts where a deteriorating European security situation was top of the agenda.

Europe Today

Spanish government in turmoil as Ceuta crisis deepens

Good morning, I’m Mared Gwyn. This morning, a warning from the Lithuanian Foreign Minister on the escalating threat from Moscow. But we start with the deepening crisis facing the Spanish government.

Europe News

Explosive drone at Leipzig airport: Whose DNA was found?

Following the discovery of an explosive drone beside Ukrainian Antonov aircraft, investigators in Leipzig have found DNA traces. According to several media outlets, there are indications of a link to a case from 2024.

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Russia plotting 'false flag' using Ukrainian drones, Lithuania warns

Moscow could use recovered Ukrainian drone parts to stage an attack on Baltic infrastructure in a bid to undermine NATO support for Kyiv, Lithuania’s defence minister said.

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German brigade key to deterring Russia, Lithuanian FM tells Euronews

As Germany prepares to permanently station thousands of troops in Lithuania, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys explains why Vilnius believes the deployment is essential to preserving peace.

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Lithuania tightens curbs on pro-Kremlin Russians and Belarusians

Lithuania plans tougher restrictions on pro-Kremlin Russian and Belarusian nationals, including bans on public activities and tighter limits on buying property near sensitive sites, citing national security and anti-propaganda concerns.

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Latvia becomes Lukashenka's latest pressure point for the EU

Belarus has shifted migrant routes towards Latvia's border, forcing Riga to call on its neighbours for support as the Baltic state heads into an election campaign. Lithuania is now considering whether to introduce temporary border controls to manage a rise in secondary migration from Latvia.

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Baltic presidents warn of Russian infrastructure attack plans

The warnings are the latest in a series of alarms from leaders along NATO's eastern flank who suggest Russia may be trying to test the alliance as the Ukraine war drags on after more than four years.

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Lithuania seeks China reset while maintaining hard line on Russia

Lithuania's incoming government has pledged to maintain a hard line on Russia while moving to restore diplomatic ties with China.

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Security of Baltics is our security, Merz says before NATO summit

Days before the NATO summit in Ankara, Germany’s chancellor and Baltic leaders in Berlin pledged stronger deterrence against Russia and more aid for Ukraine.

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How a NATO essay contest won a Lithuanian schoolgirl a ride in a tank

As Germany prepares to permanently station 5,000 troops in Lithuania, one schoolgirl has already experienced the country's future brigade firsthand after winning a ride in a Bundeswehr tank.