Lithuania vows to boost defense spending to 5-6% of GDP, citing the threat of Russian aggression
Lithuania's president says his country has made the decision to raise its spending on defense to between 5% and 6% of overall ...
Ryanair flight aborts landing after jet's GPS is 'jammed' near Russia
The flight, which left from London Luton Airport was bound for Lithuanian capital Vilnius and had begun its descent when the ...
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First NATO Country Announces It Will Match Trump's 5% Defense Ultimatum
In a move to strengthen its national defense, Lithuania has announced plans to increase its defense spending to between 5 percent and 6 percent of its gross domestic product (GDP), starting in 2026.
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Runners in Peterborough tackle 'the path of life or death' to commemorate those who fought for Lithuania's freedom
An annual event to commemorate Lithuania’s independence from the Soviet Union was held in Peterborough last week. Almost 150 people gathered at Central Park to participate in the tribute run called ...
Lithuania to allocate 5-6% of GDP for defence in 2026-2030, foreign minister says
Lithuania has committed to allocating 5% to 6% of its GDP for defence between 2026 and 2030, its foreign minister said on Friday. "Difficult times require bold decisions and leadership. We call on our ...
Lithuania's president pledges to spend between 5% and 6% of country's GDP on defense starting in 2026
VILNIUS, Lithuania (AP) — Lithuania's president pledges to spend between 5% and 6% of country's GDP on defense starting in 2026. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush will ...
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Dispatches from 2029: Tales of Trump’s second term, from the frightening to the fantastical
Four years from now, what might we be saying about what we just lived through? The possibilities seem endless.