Kęstutis Girnius
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Girnius. Is Russia that dangerous?

Three years ago the Lithuanian news media and some politicians seriously considered the possibility that Russia will attack Lithuania and the rest of the Baltics. Such concerns are not voiced as often nowadays, there are […]

Pabėgėliai
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Most refugees unwilling to remain in Lithuania – one was returned only to disappear again

Of the 344 refugees moved to Lithuania based on the EU programme, 248 have departed the country and so far none have been forcibly returned. While most leave in search of greater welfare, there have […]

Building site
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Is a new economic crisis looming?

In recent days the words of “Farmer” leader Ramūnas Karbauskis have received much attention with him commenting about a potential new economic crisis. The politician claimed his statement was based on economist forecasts. BNS interviewed […]

Farmers' political faction in the Seimas
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Several “Farmers” already seeking shelter elsewhere

The majority Lithuanian Farmer and Greens Union (LVŽS) group is in a bad mood. With reforms delayed, decreasing ratings and rising divisions, the example of former members who migrated away is becoming ever more appealing. […]

Mantas Adomėnas
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Conservatives propose to redo university reform

Members of Seimas Andrius Kubilius and Mantas Adomėnas propose to redo the plans for university reform. In their proposal “On State University Network Optimisation Plan Approval” they suggest to halt the continued discussions on university […]