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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 15h
Lithuania delivered a note of strong protest to Russia over its brutal onslaught on Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine. We call on Russia to stop its deplorable attacks against civilian targets. Lithuania stands with Ukraine – from day one, until victory. 🇺🇦
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 15h
Russia’s act of sabotage in Estonia demonstrates the Kremlin’s unwillingness to seek peace. Lithuania expressed a strong protest to Russia over the arson attack against Milrem Robotics in Tallinn. Those responsible must be held accountable. Russia must answer for its crimes.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Russia's hybrid and sabotage operations are bringing #NATO Allies closer together. To deter Russia, we must respond firmly and show that we will defend our red lines, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys tells the @washtimes.bsky.social.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🇱🇹🇪🇺 100 days to go until Lithuania takes the helm of the Council of the #EU! We’re ready to help 27 Member States find common ground and come together for collective action. The #LT27EU warm-up starts now.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
35 years ago, Lithuania's 🇱🇹 flag was raised at #UN Headquarters in New York, marking our return to the international community. Today, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to international law, multilateral cooperation, and support for nations defending freedom & sovereignty.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Appeasement won’t stop aggression. Russia will keep testing Europe for as long as we allow it. #BalticSentry and #EasternSentry have shown that presence, deterrence and readiness work. Remarks by Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
„Ukraine’s recovery cannot wait until the war is over“ so Foreign Vice-Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas. For more than 4 years suffering from russian agression, 700 Ukrainian students in Sumy can now come back to a new underground school. The project was partialy funded by Lithuania.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
33 years ago, the last Russian military units left Lithuanian territory. Despite the complex nature of the process, Lithuania succeeded in ensuring the withdrawal of Russian troops stationed on 🇱🇹 territory. This diplomatic victory was the final step in ensuring Lithuania's independence.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
💙💛 З Днем незалежності, Україно! Ukrainians keep on nurturing the spirit of freedom and standing strong. Ukraine has become a safety net for Europe, and it is our moral obligation to support Ukraine's defence. Honoured to stand together to celebrate freedom. Slava Ukraini!
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
On 23 August 1939, a non-aggression pact between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union paved the way for the WWII. In protest against the Soviet occupation, OTD in 1989, 2 million people in 🇱🇹 🇱🇻 🇪🇪 stood in the Baltic Way, expressing the will to break free from the evil empire.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
🇱🇹 ranks 6th globally and 3rd in Europe for relocation, placing it as one of the world's best places to live and move to. The Global Relocation Index highlights Lithuania’s abundant green spaces, strong banking infrastructure and high quality of life among its key strengths.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Civil and democratic forces of Belarus need our further support. Lithuania will continue doing its part. International community must continue pressing Lukashenka‘s regime to release hundreds of its political prisoners and stop repressions.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Happy National Day, #Singapore! Warm greetings from Lithuania. Wishing the people of Singapore continued success, resilience, and prosperity. We look forward to further strengthening the ties between our two countries.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
On the night of 2–3 August 1944, nearly 3,000 Roma men, women and children were murdered at Auschwitz-Birkenau. Today, on European Roma Holocaust Memorial Day, we honour the victims of the Roma genocide and reaffirm our duty to preserve their memory.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Representative of the Russian Embassy in Vilnius was summoned to the Ministry today. Lithuania protested tonight's large scale attack against Ukraine‘s capital Kyiv, during which the building and the property of Lithuanian Embassy in Kyiv were also damaged.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Congratulations to the people of #Switzerland on National Day! Lithuania values its close friendship with Switzerland and looks forward to further strengthening our cooperation. Together, we remain committed to upholding the international rules-based order.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
Lithuania lodged a protest to Russia over continuous bombardment of residential buildings and civil infrastructure across Ukraine.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Happy Independence Day, #Finland! Lithuania is very fortunate to have you as a close NATO, EU & NB8 ally. 🇫🇮 is one of the most important guardians of the Eastern Flank. Together, we will keep building an ironclad Alliance as well as continue offering unwavering support to 🇺🇦
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Sending warm greetings from Lithuania 🇱🇹 to Cambodia 🇰🇭 on your #IndependenceDay! We look forward to strengthening bilateral ties and exploring new avenues for cooperation.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
36 years ago, the fall of the #BerlinWall marked a historic turning point for Europe. What once symbolized division and oppression became a powerful emblem of freedom, democracy, and solidarity – values that continue to guide us to this day. #Mauerfall
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Today, we mark the 107th anniversary of Lithuania’s Diplomatic Service. Since 1918, Lithuanian diplomats have worked without interruption - making it the only Lithuanian institution to do so even during the Soviet occupation, safeguarding the vision of an independent Lithuania.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Fact-based and reliable information is integral to our democracies. Together with 27 other countries, Lithuania endorses the Paris Declaration on Multilateral Action for Information Integrity and Independent Media. Declaration text: www.elysee.fr/en/emmanuel-...
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Paris Declaration on Multilateral Action for Information Integrity and Independent Media.
Read the declaration.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Thank you, Europe, for the solidarity after recent airspace violations. Hybrid attacks require action. We call for broader EU sanctions on Belarus & stronger air defence of the Eastern flank. Deterrence means a clear message: aggression has consequences.
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PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @lithuaniaineu.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
We are thankful for a strong and united EU response in condemning Belarus' persistent and provocative hybrid campaign, which includes illegal balloon incursions in Lithuanian airspace & state-sponsored migrant smuggling.This is a matter of our shared security. www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/pre...
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
As Russia continues its campaign of terror against Ukraine by relentlessly bombing critical energy infrastructure, Lithuania helps restore power, providing essential equipment and supporting long-term energy resilience. 🇱🇹🤝🇺🇦 #StandWithUkraine
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
Lithuania has secured EU funding for the establishment of LitAI, a €130M Artificial Intelligence centre set to become a leading regional hub for AI innovation. LitAI will develop practical AI solutions, strengthen digital sovereignty, and boost Lithuania's competitiveness.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
The G7 and Nordic-Baltic 8++ countries are strengthening cooperation to disrupt the shadow fleet engaged in illegal, unsafe or environmentally hazardous activities. Joint statement: www.urm.lt/en/news/928/...
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Statement: Shadow Fleet Task Force | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania
On October 8, Canada and Denmark convened a meeting of the Shadow Fleet Task Force. The following statement was jointly decided by participating members of the
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Lithuania joins forces with its #NATO Allies 🇱🇻🇳🇴🇸🇪🇬🇧 to rebuild and upgrade Ukraine's military rehabilitation centers under Operation Renovator. Together, we are enhancing Ukraine’s capacity to care for its wounded military personnel, both physically and mentally. 🇺🇦
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
EU enlargement has been revitalised by Ukraine’s membership prospects. Progress with the Western Balkans has been made because of an understanding that the EU must expand. We cannot lose Ukraine – the engine at the front of this train – 🇱🇹FM Kęstutis Budrys tells European Pravda.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
A new UN report adds to mounting evidence of Russia’s systematic torture, ill-treatment, sexual violence & arbitrary detention of Ukrainian civilians in occupied territories. 👇 www.ohchr.org/en/press-rel...
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
From Lithuania to #Latvia: congratulations on Baltic Unity Day! 🇱🇹🤝🇱🇻 We‘ve always been stronger together, and today we celebrate the unbreakable bond between our brotherly nations. Vienoti mēs esam stiprāki! 1/2 #TegyvuojaBaltųVienybė #LaiDzīvoBaltuVienība
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
A message of solidarity has been delivered to Kyiv. Signed by Lithuanian diplomats, this is our pledge to never recognize Russia's illegal occupation of Ukrainian land. #Ukraine's territorial integrity – all 603 628 km² – must be restored. 🇺🇦
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Lithuania is a hub of innovation, with Vilnius among Europe’s most dynamic tech scenes. A fDi Intelligence Special Report explores what drives #Lithuania’s remarkable growth in energy, defence, fintech, and other sectors. 👇 www.fdiintelligence.com/special-repo...
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Lithuania strongly condemns Russia's "elections" organized in a Russia-occupied part of Ukraine – the city of Sevastopol. Neither "elections" nor their "results" would bring any legality or legitimacy to what is in total breach of international law. #CrimeaIsUkraine
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 13/09/2025
Ambassador Gitana Skripkaitė presented her credentials to Alar Karis, President of #Estonia. LT & EE are close partners, bound by common values and a shared vision for a secure region. Wishing our ambassador success in strengthening this vital partnership!
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
The Lublin Triangle 🇱🇹🇵🇱🇺🇦 firmly condemns the recent deliberate intrusion of Russian drones into Polish territory, threatening regional security. We call for stronger air defense cooperation, increased support for Ukraine, and heightened vigilance against Russian disinformation.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
"No-one is safe here, in the region, in Europe and within the alliance, because those incidents are very close to the situations when everything is going to escalate," Lithuania's Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys for Reuters on Russian drones crossing into Poland's territory.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
"The front line is moving closer to us. Ukraine's trenches are our line of defence. This war must end with Russia's defeat; otherwise, it will only morph into the next episode, one we can no longer afford to grow tired of" – Inga Stanytė-Toločkienė, Lithuania's ambassador to Ukraine.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 31/08/2025
32 years ago today, the last Soviet troops left Lithuania, ending decades of occupation. With this final milestone, Lithuania restored complete control of independence, taken from us in 1940. Today, we mark the Day of Freedom. 🇱🇹
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Lithuania's MFA delivered a protest note to Russia over yet another barbaric attack against Ukraine that brought numerous casualties & damaged buildings, incl. EU Delegation & British Council. A message from Moscow to Europe? Is this what Russia brings to the "negotiating table"?
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
“Lithuania’s security is also our security. The protection of Vilnius is the protection of Berlin.” These words, spoken by Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the inauguration of the German brigade in Lithuania, will be engraved on a commemorative plaque on Vilnius Town Hall. 🇱🇹❤️🇩🇪
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
FM Kęstutis Budrys bid farewell to the Ambassador of #Egypt, Mohamed Karim Sherif: Thank you for your contributions to strengthening relations between Egypt and Lithuania. All the best with your future work in Cairo!
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
FM Kęstutis Budrys after farewell meeting with the Ambassador of France, Alix Everard: Thank you for your dedication to the strategic partnership between our countries, & for bringing more Lithuania to France & more France to Lithuania. Je vous souhaite le meilleur pour l’avenir!
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
We firmly #StandWithUkraine. Lithuania is TOP3 largest donor in the EU (by % of GDP), committing 2.2% of its GDP to support Ukraine. Our solidarity with Ukraine in its fight for freedom is unwavering. 🇱🇹🤝🇺🇦 ℹ️ www.ifw-kiel.de/topics/war-a...
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 17/08/2025
Happy Independence Day, #Indonesia! Wishing the people of Indonesia a day of celebration and joy. We are committed to advancing our partnership with Indonesia and the entire ASEAN community. Looking forward to exploring new opportunities for collaboration!
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
Warmest congratulations to the people of the Principality of #Liechtenstein on the occasion of your National Day! Lithuania looks forward to further strengthening the ties of friendship and cooperation between our two countries. #Staatsfeiertag2025
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
We extend our warmest wishes to the people of India! We jointly celebrate the values of freedom and democracy! Happy Independence Day and look forward to further fostering our relations!
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Gwangbokjeol, we extend our sincere congratulations to the people of the Republic of Korea. We look forward to enhancing our bilateral ties based on our shared values of freedom, peace, and prosperity.
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
"History warns us to think twice. The Baltic nations know what 'only de facto' Russian occupation means — and how 'temporary' can last half a century." LT, LV and EE Foreign Ministers for FT: on.ft.com/4mEVyED
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Baltic states know Russian occupation is never temporary
Land swaps and de facto annexation in Ukraine won’t bring peace and could lead to decades of brutal subjugation
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Lithuania MFA | #StandWithUkraine @lithuaniamfa.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Lithuania supports the recovery of Ukrainian defenders & civilians wounded by Russia’s aggression. 🇱🇹❤️🇺🇦 Thanks to funding from the Embassy of Lithuania to Ukraine, 15 of them will receive modern prosthetics and full rehabilitation at Dnipro’s newly opened Superhumans Center. #LTAID #StandWithUkraine
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