Lithuanian Parliament Wartime Laws
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The Lithuanian parliament is considering amendments to wartime laws, which would task the Lithuanian Armed Forces commander with protecting government institutions. Lawmakers are also expanding polygraph testing to include foreigners deemed a national security threat. Separately, the legitimacy of the government's program is being challenged amidst concerns over societal division.
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