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Lithuania, Finland pivot to landmine production, potentially supplying to Ukraine, Reuters reports
Lithuania and Finland plan to begin domestic anti-personnel mine manufacturing in 2026, with some of the supplies potentially earmarked for Ukraine to counter the Russian threat, Reuters reported on July 9. The two NATO members will begin...

Lithuania, Netherlands Explore Ways To Bolster Strategic Ties And Boost Economic Growth
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 9. On the sidelines of his working visit to the Netherlands, Lithuanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met today with Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp to discuss key foreign...
EUROPE: KN to launch virtual liquefaction biomethane service at Klaipėda LNG terminal
Details Written by Rhys Berry Published: 10 July 2025 International terminal operator KN Energies has announced it is preparing to introduce a virtual biomethane liquefaction service at the Klaipėda LNG terminal. Login to Read more

Latvian citizen killed in Lithuania shootout suspected of double murder in Riga’s Pļavnieki district
The Latvian citizen Viktor Konopeļkins, who was involved in a shootout and later died in Lithuania today, is suspected of murdering a woman and a young man earlier this week in the Pļavnieki district of Riga, the LETA news agency has learned....

Russian drone crashes in Lithuania
A Russian Geran drone crashed in Lithuania on Thursday after crossing into the country’s airspace from neighboring Belarus, Lithuanian defense officials confirmed. The Lithuanian military said the drone entered national airspace around 11:30 a.m....

Lithuania Gains EU Backing For Higher Defense Spending Through 2028
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 9. At the Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) meeting held today in Brussels, the European Union (EU) finance ministers gave a thumbs up to Lithuania's fiscal structural plan and the...

Homemade Drone Crosses Belarus-Lithuania Border Triggering Security Alert
As the Baltic States news agency BNS writes On July 10, around 11:30 AM, an incident involving an unmanned aerial vehicle occurred on Lithuanian territory when it crossed the border from Belarus and crashed nearby. In connection with this,...

Lithuania Ramps Up Solar Subsidies In Response To Skyrocketing Demand
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 9. Lithuanian residents now have more financial support available to install rooftop solar panels or expand their existing systems, thanks to an additional 9.3 million euros in government funding...

Top Airbnb Stays in Vilnius, Lithuania: Your Guide to the Best
Vilnius, the charming capital of Lithuania, offers a mix of Baroque architecture, cobbled streets, and vibrant modern culture. Whether you’re visiting for history, cuisine, or a relaxing city break, the right Airbnb can elevate your experience....

Astrolight, Lithuanian Navy test laser communication terminal in Baltic Sea
Lithuanian space and defense tech company Astrolight tested its POLARIS free-space laser terminal in the Baltic Sea together with the Lithuanian Navy. Credit: Astrolight The trial took place between two naval vessels operating in the Baltic Sea –...

Betsson Lithuania Extends Sponsorships with FK Žalgiris and Lithuanian Basketball Federation Until 2027
Reading Time: 2 minutes Following its recent rebrand from Betsafe to Betsson, Betsson Lithuania has announced the extension of two long-standing sports partnerships – with FK Žalgiris, one of the country’s most iconic football clubs, and the...

Klaipeda kicks off construction of new modern cruise terminal
Klaipėda State Seaport Authority said that the first construction materials for the new Cruise Ship Terminal were delivered to the port recently, and contractors have begun quay construction works. photo courtesy of Klaipėda State Seaport...

Astrolight successfully tests Laser Communication Terminal with Lithuanian Navy, providing unjammable free-space laser link between ships
July 9, 2025 – Vilnius, Lithuania. In a demonstration of secure, unjammable communication, Lithuanian space and defense tech company Astrolight has successfully tested its POLARIS free-space laser terminal at sea in collaboration with the...

Lithuania advances towards energy independence in power and transport sectors
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:...

Lithuania Inflation Rises To 3.7%
Lithuania's consumer price inflation increased in June after easing in the previous month, figures from the statistical office showed on Tuesday. The consumer price index rose 3.7 percent year-on-year in June, faster than May's 3.4 percent. Prices...

Minister hails Lithuania relations as delegation visits
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung (林佳龍) yesterday hailed the importance of security and economic ties between Taiwan and Lithuania as he met with a delegation of Lithuanian lawmakers in Taipei. The eight-member Seimas delegation is led by...

Lithuania, Netherlands Rolling Up Sleeves To Deepen Political And Economic Co-Op
(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...

Vilnius Unchained: How a Lithuanian Startup Reimagines Real Estate
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...

‘We are definitely capable of hurting teams’ – Stephen Kenny backs goal-shy St Pat’s to deliver against dangerous Lithuanian side
If European history and a track record on the stage of UEFA club competitions is the metric, then St Patrick’s Athletic should breeze past their Lithuanian opponents in the first round of their Europa Conference League tie and take on either...

Reuters: Finland and Lithuania preparing to produce anti-personnel mines
Lithuania and Finland are likely to begin domestic production of anti-personnel mines next year to provide themselves and Ukraine with them, given the military threat from Russia. This was reported to Reuters by officials from both countries. The...