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Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda remains a staunch advocate for increased efforts from Europe to counter Russian influence and sustain support for Ukraine amidst its ongoing conflict. Despite the recent US decision to ease sanctions on Belarusian entities, Nausėda insists the European Union will maintain its firm stance on sanctions against Belarus. He has underscored the strategic importance of Ukraine and Moldova potentially joining the EU by 2030, highlighting the significance of combating corruption within these nations. Nausėda’s calls for solidarity and actionable pressure on Russia aim to foster a united front in the struggle for regional security and stability in Eastern Europe.
What is Gitanas Nausėda's stance on EU sanctions against Belarus?
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda insists that the European Union will uphold its sanctions against Belarus, despite the United States lifting some of its restrictions. Nausėda believes that the EU must maintain a consistent approach to sanctions to ensure Belarus's accountability and to discourage any opportunistic moves that could destabilize the region further.
Why does Gitanas Nausėda emphasize EU membership for Ukraine by 2030?
Gitanas Nausėda views the accession of Ukraine and Moldova into the European Union by 2030 as a strategic priority for Lithuania. He believes that achieving this goal will enhance regional security and economic prosperity. Nausėda stresses that Ukraine must intensify its efforts in fighting corruption to align with EU standards and facilitate a smoother accession process.
How does Nausėda perceive EU dialogues with Russia?
Gitanas Nausėda is critical of any calls for dialogue with Russia that lack substance and credibility. He asserts that engaging in talks without clear objectives undermines Europe's integrity. Nausėda maintains that credible measures should focus on pressing Russia to halt its aggressive actions, thereby solidifying the EU's leadership role in peace and security.
What actions does Nausėda propose Europe should take against Russia?
President Nausėda suggests that Europe should escalate its pressure on Russia by implementing stricter sanctions and reinforcing military support for Ukraine. He believes that addressing energy dependencies and targeting significant industries like Gazprom and Lukoil are crucial steps in underscoring Europe's commitment to curbing Russian aggression and supporting Ukraine's sovereignty.
How does Nausėda view Lithuania's role in supporting Ukraine?
Nausėda sees Lithuania as a steadfast supporter of Ukraine, advocating for increased international military and economic backing. He calls for NATO allies to allocate a portion of their GDP to aid Ukraine and views such commitments as pivotal in strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities and ensuring regional stability against Russian threats.
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Lithuania allocates almost €10 million in additional aid to Ukraine, - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda announced a new support package for Ukraine and called for accelerating EU accession negotiations and increasing investment in reconstruction. 277 8 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Lithuania
Lithuanian President Nausėda: war has spread to Russian territory By striking targets within the aggressor country’s territory, Ukraine is changing the rules of war and increasing pressure on Russia. 876 10 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russia
Ukraine and Lithuania sign cooperation agreement in Drone Deal format, Zelenskyy says President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Lithuania Gitanas Nauseda in Bucharest. During the meeting, the leaders signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense expertise and the defense industry in the Drone Deal format. 571 5 Previously in trend: Drone industry
Drone Deal and EU accession talks: outcomes of Zelenskyy-Nausėda meeting During the meeting, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Gitanas Nausėda discussed defense cooperation in the Drone Deal format, the opening of negotiation clusters for accession to the European Union, and support for the PURL and SAFE programs. 1 286 14 Previously in trend: Lithuania’s aid to Ukraine
Nauseda: EU sanctions against Belarus remain unchanged despite US decision The official US decision to lift sanctions on several Belarusian banks and potash-producing enterprises should not be equated with the sanctions policy of the European Union. 1 247 6 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Belarus
Europe must increase pressure on Russia, - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda has called on European countries to step up pressure on Russia due to the lack of signs that it is prepared to end the war against Ukraine. 723 6 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Europe
Nausėda: Ukraine can become EU member by 2030 if it fights corruption Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda has said that Ukraine’s and Moldova’s membership in the European Union by 2030 is a strategic goal for Lithuania. 1 896 27 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine Moldova entrance to the EU Ukraine EU accession
Calls for dialogue with Russia do not add solidity to Europe, - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda commented on hints from some EU politicians about the start of a possible dialogue with Russia. According to him, such talks do not lend credibility to Europe. 790 5 Previously in trend: negotiations with Russia
Lithuania wants Ukraine to become member of EU by 2030, - Nausėda Lithuania wants Ukraine to become a member of the European Union by 2030. This will be Vilnius's focus during its presidency of the EU Council in 2027. 1 230 21 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU
Zelenskyy discussed energy, air defense, and new ways to supply weapons to Ukraine with Nauseda Today, January 25, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda. 1 391 7 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy meets Nauseda
Lithuania to discuss with NB8 countries the possibility of participating in Trump’s "Peace Council", - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda announced that the country had received an informal invitation to join US President Donald Trump's so-called "Peace Council" and would consider the matter in coordination with its NB8 partners. 878 4 Previously in trend: Trump creates Peace Council
Russia conducts peace talks "in language of missiles," Lithuanian President Nauseda says Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda said that Ukraine and its partners, the United States and Europe, are demonstrating readiness for peace, while Russia is at the stage of "negotiations by missiles". 658 8 Previously in trend: negotiations with Russia
Russia’s appetites at peace talks are too big, - Nausėda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda believes that Russia's appetites in the peace talks in Ukraine are too great, and the Kremlin's lack of response to the ongoing discussions may indicate Moscow's unwillingness to end the war. 1 060 8 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations
Nauseda called on EU to tighten sanctions against Gazprom and Lukoil: "We must touch the untouchables" Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda has called for tougher sanctions against Russia and Belarus, particularly against large Russian energy companies that have previously avoided restrictions. 655 6 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia
Russia’s lack of response to progress in "peace talks" is worrying, - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that Russia's lack of response to Western statements on advancing peace talks on Ukraine is cause for concern. 1 268 17 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations
US peace plan should not be based on Ukraine’s surrender, - Nauseda Any peace initiatives must take into account the position of Ukraine, not violate its sovereignty, and support the struggle for freedom. 1 297 16 Previously in trend: US peace plan
War costs Ukraine approximately 1 billion euros annually, we must increase support - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda called for increased support for Ukraine, as the war costs Ukraine about one billion euros each year and the country is only able to cover half of this amount. 1 362 7 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine
Imposing secondary sanctions against countries that help Russia circumvent restrictions would be shot in arm, - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that if the European Union includes secondary sanctions against countries that help Moscow circumvent them when considering a new package of sanctions, it will be a "shot in the dark." 709 4 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions EU sanctions against Russia
Nauseda: Europe should plan to send peacekeepers to Ukraine Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda called on the countries of the so-called "Coalition of the Willing" to begin concrete planning for the possible deployment of peacekeepers to Ukraine. 572 3 Previously in trend: foreign peacekeepers
Countries of "Coalition of Willing" must be ready to deploy troops in Ukraine - Nauseda Countries that have joined the "Coalition of the Willing" must be prepared to deploy armed forces to ensure security in Ukraine. 1 723 12 Previously in trend: Foreign troops in Ukraine Coalition of the willing
Nauseda honours SOF soldiers for evacuating fallen volunteer Valentėlis. PHOTOS Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda awarded the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the evacuation of the fallen Lithuanian volunteer Tomas Valentėlis, who had been defending Ukraine in the ranks of the Foreign Legion. 3 835 12 Previously in trend: foreign volunteers in the armed forces Foreigners in AFU
Russia’s aggressive intentions are reality, not rhetoric. Europe cannot feel safe – Nausėda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda stated that it is essential to convince European allies that Russia’s aggressive intentions are not mere rhetoric but a reality. 659 5 Previously in trend: Threat of Russian agression to EU
Nausėda and Steinmeier discuss support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia Lithuanian and German Presidents Gitanas Nausėda and Frank-Walter Steinmeier held a joint meeting to discuss, among other things, support for Ukraine. 733 8 Previously in trend: EU support for Ukraine
Nauseda on threat from Russia: Baltic States need plan A, B and C The Baltic states are already intensifying their preparations for possible threats from Russia. 839 15 Previously in trend: Measures taken by Poland and the Baltic states to contain Russia
Trump has leverage to push Russia into negotiations – Nausėda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda believes that the United States should use its leverage over Russia to force it to come to the negotiating table. 705 12 Previously in trend: Ending the war
Nauseda doubts that war in Ukraine will end by 2028: I don’t see light at end of tunnel Russia is only imitating the peace process. The war in Ukraine is unlikely to end in the next three years due to Russia's lack of will. 3 157 19 Previously in trend: Ending the war
NATO has clear understanding that it needs to focus on supporting Ukraine now - Nauseda There is a clear understanding among NATO member states that it is now important to focus on supporting Ukraine, in particular "both on the battlefield and at a possible negotiation table." 537 2 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine NATO Summit in The Hague
Situation on NATO’s eastern flank remains tense, but there are no signs of deterioration yet - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that the security situation in the region remains tense. Therefore, we should continue to support Ukraine. 648 4 Previously in trend: Security of Europe
If Russia is not stopped in Ukraine, it will bring death to other countries - Nauseda Lithuania will support Ukraine until victory, which will include the return of all occupied territories. If the Kremlin's offensive in Ukraine is not stopped, Russia will "bring death" to other countries. 888 6 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine
Zelenskyy meets with Nauseda, discusses sanctions against Russia and talks in Istanbul President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda. 425 0 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy meets Nauseda
Nausėda on Trump’s words about "crazy" Putin: Absolutely adequate statement. Putin gives many reasons After US President Donald Trump called Vladimir Putin "crazy" over Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda expressed support for this statement, calling it "strong and adequate". 1 418 8 Previously in trend: Relations between Russia and the US
17th package of sanctions against Russia is insufficient, next one should be stronger - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that the 17th package of sanctions against Russia adopted by the European Union is insufficient, so the next package of restrictions should be stricter. 843 11 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions
We call on partners to introduce sanctions to break Russian military machine, - Nauseda German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda have called for a comprehensive and unconditional ceasefire and increased sanctions pressure on Russia. 659 7 Previously in trend: Ending the war
Lithuania has "plan B" if the US withdraws its troops from Europe: we rely on Germany - Nauseda If the US military withdraws from European countries, Lithuania will rely on Germany's security support. 1 042 13 Previously in trend: Withdrawal of US troops from Europe
Nausėda: There are differences between EU and US on war in Ukraine. We will do everything to resolve them Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that despite certain disagreements between the leaders of the European Union and the United States regarding support for Ukraine and the possible end of the war, this should not negatively affect bilateral relations between Lithuania and the United States. 960 2 Previously in trend: Relations between USA and EU
Lithuania will spend more than 5% of GDP on defense from 2026, - President Nausėda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that starting next year the country will spend more than 5% of GDP on defense. 470 4 Previously in trend: Defense expenditures NATO defense spending
Providing security guarantees for Ukraine remains priority - Nauseda The European Union's continued support for Ukraine, which protects Europe from Russian troops at great cost, remains a priority. 624 4 Previously in trend: EU support for Ukraine
Lithuania ready to send troops to Ukraine - Nauseda Lithuania is ready to send troops to Ukraine as part of a mission after the ceasefire. 1 608 11 Previously in trend: Sending troops to Ukraine Foreign troops in Ukraine
Lithuania is preparing for Russian attack on NATO countries by 2030 - Nauseda Lithuania is preparing for a possible Russian offensive against NATO countries by 2030. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that his country is working to be able to repel aggression. 1 549 12 Previously in trend: Russia’s attack on NATO countries
Ukraine is buying time for us with their blood, we need to act, - Nausėda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that European leaders should act while Ukraine is buying time. 3 063 85 Previously in trend: Special summit
Europe will rearm faster than Russia - Tusk Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk assured before the EU summit that Europe will rearm "faster, smarter and more effectively" than Russia. 4 424 40 Previously in trend: Special summit
Nauseda: Zelenskyy is making efforts for constructive dialogue with US Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy is making every effort to work very constructively with the US administration. He expressed hope that the US administration's attitude towards Ukraine would become more positive. 945 16 Previously in trend: Trump-Zelenskyy dispute Consequences of the Trump-Zelenskyy dispute
Nauseda on Ukraine-US agreement: It is important to ensure equality of pages Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda welcomed the agreement between Ukraine and the United States on mineral resources, noting that American participation in this sector could become an additional security factor for Ukraine. 671 4 Previously in trend: Nauseda
Leaders of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Spain and Canada arrived in Kyiv (updated). VIDEO President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs, President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda, Prime Minister of Estonia Kristens Mihal, Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez, and Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau arrived in Kyiv on the morning of 24 February. 7 707 24
Zelenskyy and Nauseda discussed strengthening air defence and investments in Ukrainian long-range weapons production. VIDEO In Munich, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda. 761 4
Zelenskyy spoke with Nauseda: Ceasefire without reliable security guarantees will not bring lasting and just peace to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a telephone conversation with President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda and thanked him for Lithuania's unwavering support for Ukraine and its people. 1 179 12
Europe needs United States to effectively deter Russian aggression - Nauseda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that without the United States as a NATO partner, it would be very difficult for Europe to deter Russian aggression, emphasizing the importance of strengthening economic ties with the United States. 744 7
Peace agreement must be reached with Ukraine’s full involvement – Nausėda Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that the new US administration must ensure Kyiv's full participation in negotiations to end hostilities, and added that a solution to the conflict should not be reached bilaterally between Moscow and Washington. 814 38
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