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Defence budget crucial amid Russian threats – Lithuanian ForMin at NATO meeting

Speaking at a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Brussels on Friday, Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Linas Linkevičius emphasized the importance of stepping up defense in the face of the challenges posed by Russia. […]

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Defence

Some 1,500 NATO troops to train to defend Suwalki gap this summer

Around 1,500 NATO troops this summer will train to defend the so-called “Suwalki gap“, a land corridor whose protection would be critical for defending the Baltic countries from Russia, the commander of the Lithuanian Land Force said. […]

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Lithuania may double its contribution to fight against ISIS

Lithuania may double its contribution to international efforts against the Islamic State (ISIS), Foreign Minister Linas Linkevičius said. […]

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Dutch troops to join NATO’s battalion in Lithuania

Dutch troops are coming to Lithuania this week for their deployment in the country as part of NATO’s multinational battalion, the Lithuanian Defence Ministry said. […]