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Lithuanian president: Country not yet fully prepared for threats

Lithuanian president: Country not yet fully prepared for threats

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda stated that the country is not yet sufficiently prepared for potential threats, despite ongoing efforts to strengthen defense capabilities.
  • He indicated no new information regarding possible Russian provocations against NATO countries but urged citizens to remain calm and vigilant.
  • The Minister of National Defense reported enhanced security measures for critical national infrastructure following intelligence signals of increasing Russian aggression.

Lithuania's President Gitanas Nausėda has expressed concerns that the nation remains inadequately prepared for potential threats. While acknowledging that defense capabilities are being bolstered, he emphasized that these efforts are not yet sufficient to guarantee security. President Nausėda stated he has no new intelligence regarding potential Russian provocations against NATO member states. Nevertheless, he urged the Lithuanian public to maintain composure while remaining prepared for possible dangers. His remarks underscore a cautious approach to regional security, highlighting the need for continued vigilance. In response to intelligence indicating rising aggression from Russian authorities, Lithuania's Minister of National Defense, Robertas Kauans, announced that the security of critical national infrastructure has been intensified. Although Lithuanian intelligence services are receiving signals of increased Russian assertiveness, they have not detected a greater concentration of Russian military forces along the border. This situation reflects ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region. The government's actions aim to reassure the public and demonstrate preparedness in the face of potential external threats, emphasizing the importance of a robust national defense posture.

Lithuania is still not sufficiently prepared for possible threats.

— Gitanas NausėdaThe President of Lithuania expressed his assessment of the country's preparedness for potential dangers.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.