Lithuanian Public Figure Criticizes Immigrants for Not Speaking Local Language

Lithuanian public figure Ažuolas Misiukevičius has voiced strong criticism regarding immigrants and refugees residing in Lithuania who, he argues, fail to learn the local language or even English. His sentiments, shared on social media, target delivery couriers and refugees, particularly those who he claims only speak Russian.

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You live in Lithuania for 20 years... or those who arrive as refugees to Lithuania cannot speak Lithuanian. So why are you sitting here in Lithuania?

"You live in Lithuania for 20 years... or those who arrive as refugees to Lithuania cannot speak Lithuanian," Misiukevičius wrote, expressing his exasperation. He questioned their presence in the country if they are unwilling or unable to communicate, urging them to "take dictionaries, sit down, break your tongues." He added, "At least learn a Lithuanian word, or string a sentence together. They can't even do that, you understand."

Misiukevičius contrasted this with the perceived expectation for Lithuanians to learn multiple languages. He also noted that when it comes to delivering goods, these individuals claim not to know English or Lithuanian. "So why are you sitting here in Lithuania?" he asked.

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At least learn a Lithuanian word, or string a sentence together. They can't even do that, you understand.

His post garnered significant support in the comments section, with users agreeing that immigrants should learn Lithuanian or at least English. One commenter noted that taxi drivers often don't speak Lithuanian and expressed dissatisfaction with perceived demands for state support. Another user stated, "You're right, you came to Lithuania, speak Lithuanian or at least English," and another added, "Well done, I agree. It shows disrespect to our country."

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You came to Lithuania, speak Lithuanian or at least English.