Defence

Drills will allow better preparation for hybrid threats – transport minister

The Wednesday’s training for Lithuania’s strategic transport companies, the Armed Forces and the Aras anti-terrorist unit will allow better preparations for hybrid threats, says Transport and Communications Minister Rokas Masiulis. […]

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Government moves to allow downing drones flying over military areas

The Lithuanian government approved on Wednesday legal amendments to allow shooting down uncrewed aircraft flying without permission over military areas. […]

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Lithuanian institutions to discuss Huawei equipment with Telia – news portal

After US intelligence organizations recommended the country’s citizens to refrain from using Huawei telephones manufactured by Chinese manufacturer Huawei, Lithuanian institutions plan to hold talks with Telia telecommunications company on the safety of its network, Defence Vice-Minister Edvinas Kerza told 15min.lt news portal. Telia’s mobile communications network is built on Huawei’s basic equipment. […]

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Lithuanian arms control inspector visiting Russian bomber unit

A Lithuanian arms control inspector is Wednesday visiting the Russian 22nd heavy bomber aviation division. […]

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Lithuanian president sees current military conscription model as ‘optimal’

Lithuanian President Dalia Grybauskaitė says that the current military conscription model is optimal and in line with what the state can afford. […]