Politician accused of fostering distrust in state institutions across Baltics

Latvian politician Aleksejs Rosļikovs, along with associates in Lithuania and Estonia, has allegedly orchestrated movements aimed at undermining public trust in state institutions, according to an investigation by Lithuanian public broadcaster LRT. The groups are accused of encouraging resistance to pandemic control measures and disseminating vaccine-related conspiracy theories.

Antanas Kandrots, who has been convicted multiple times in Lithuania, is named as a key figure alongside Rosļikovs and their allies in Estonia. The investigation suggests these movements sought to sow discord and opposition to government actions, particularly concerning public health measures implemented during the pandemic.

The findings highlight concerns about the spread of misinformation and coordinated efforts to erode confidence in national authorities within the Baltic region.