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Russia's secret plans for Baltic states exposed
The Kremlin wants to reduce NATO's presence in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, while simultaneously strengthening Russian influence and culture.
Belarus state TV declares "nuclear state," threatens two NATO countries
Putin has announced that Russia will station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, its close ally.
NATO country warns "red lines" must be crossed to supply Ukraine with jets
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda weighed in on the debate about which weapons should be sent to Kyiv amid the Russia-Ukraine war.
U.S. 'God of War' HIMARS set to form NATO eastern shield against Russia
The president of the Baltic Security Foundation told Newsweek the systems are a "game changer" for the nations.
"Ex-girlfriend" of Russia Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu sues to stay in EU
Lithuania media said Yelena Kaminskas' residence permit was revoked as her presence in the country may pose a threat to national security.
Ukraine, NATO negotiations should begin immediately: Lithuania
Granting Ukraine membership to NATO would compel the alliance's 30 member nations to actively defend Ukraine against Russia.
Will Putin Impose Martial Law? What We Know
Rumors abound that Russian men of conscription age will not be able to leave Russia once voter referendums conclude in occupied territories in Ukraine.
Putin Would Nuke NATO to Defend Russian Speakers in Baltics, Ally Suggests
Vladimir Solovyov told the Russia-1 program "Full Contact" that if the alliance got involved, "we will have no pity for them."
Poland, Baltic States Now Looking at HIMARS for Protection Against Russia
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has spurred nearby countries to reconsider their military capabilities, with many now seeking long-range missiles.
Ukraine Fears Western Capitulation on Russia as Cracks Emerge
Russia has scored two big victories this week in its sanctions battle with the West, leaving Ukraine enraged.
Europe Condemned for Caving to Russia on Kaliningrad Blockade: 'Pathetic'
Social media users have reacted with anger to the EU decision to let Russian goods pass through Lithuania to Moscow's exclave.
Lithuania Depicts Jailed Vladimir Putin Likeness at Former Nazi Prison
Google Street View shows Russian President Vladimir Putin inside a Lithuanian prison used as a filming location for the hit Netflix series 'Stranger Things.'
EU Allows Russia to Move Goods Through NATO Nations After Putin Warning
Guidance from the European Commission indicated that the transit of sanctioned goods by rail to Kaliningrad through Lithuania and Poland is permitted.
Putin and Lukashenko Planning 'Joint Response' to Lithuania Blockade
Lithuania angered Moscow after it imposed the European Union's restrictions on materials heading to Russia's Kaliningrad region on the Baltic sea coast.
Ukraine Police Send Hundreds of Men to Military Office After Club Raids
Ukrainian law enforcement officers carried out the raids in order to verify citizens' compliance with martial law restrictions and to prevent curfew violations.
Lithuania Targeted by Massive Russian Cyberattack Over Transit Blockade
Lithuania's defense ministry said similar cyberattacks are likely to continue after Moscow warned of "serious consequences" related to the transit blockade.
How Kaliningrad Blockade Could Spark Escalation of Russia-Ukraine War
The region is sandwiched between NATO member countries Lithuania and Poland and has been Russian territory since 1945.
Putin Pledges Nuclear-Capable Missiles for Belarus as Ukraine War Grinds On
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on Saturday voiced his concerns to the Russian president about the "aggressive" actions of Poland and Lithuania.
Russia's Connecticut-Sized Exclave in Europe Becomes New Flashpoint
One Baltic diplomatic official said Russia is "trolling" NATO states as it seeks new leverage in Ukraine.
Russia Conducts Baltic Sea Missile Exercise as Tensions Rise With Lithuania
NATO-member Lithuania blocked the transit of goods to the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
Exclusive: Lithuania PM Rejects Russia's 'Nonsense' Threat
Ingrida Šimonytė told Newsweek she is more worried by Vladimir Putin's imperial ambitions than fringe elements of Russia's parliament.
Russia Mulls Lithuania's 'Illegal' Independence From Moscow
Yevgeny Fyodorov from the ruling United Russia party said the 1991 resolution that led Vilnius to break from the USSR was "illegal."
'No Restrictions': NATO to Take More Aggressive Stance Against Russia
Mircea Geoană did not provide any details of a planned deployment, but said there would be "a robust, flexible and sustainable presence" in eastern Europe.
Lithuanian Citizens Pool $4.7M to Buy Advanced Drone for Ukraine's Military
Lithuania has strongly condemned Russia's invasion and has expressed fears that the war could soon expand into its own country.
Ukraine Giving Up Territory 'Normalizes' Putin's Regime: Lithuania
Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis said that giving up territory would be "a very strong signal to all other aggressors."
Russian Forces Simulate Nuclear Attack Near Border With Poland
Russia's foreign ministry announced it had conducted simulated missile strikes near a region between Poland and Lithuania.
Lithuania Protests Russian Aggression by Banning Display of Letter 'Z'
Individuals who display the "Z" symbol following the ban could be fined up to 900 euros ($971), while companies could face fines of 1,500 euros ($1,619).
Alexei Navalny a Warning to Putin Challengers as He Condemns 'Traitors'
Putin recently said the West is trying to use traitors within Russia to destroy the country.
Video of Joe Biden Warning of Russian Hostility if NATO Expands Resurfaces
Ahead of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin repeatedly warned the West about NATO's expansion, viewing it as a threat to Russia's security.
Vaccine Delivery Canceled to Country That Did Not Condemn Russia
Bangladesh, the most densely populated country on Earth, has lost a shipment of over 440,000 COVID-19 vaccines.