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The news from LRT, a Lithuanian news website, covers a range of domestic and international topics. Key domestic stories include criticism of family policy, updates on the national defense division's readiness, President Nausėda's call for the parliamentary session to be a focal point, a court case…
The opposition has expressed skepticism regarding the effectiveness and cost of the current family policy, suggesting it is less efficient and more expensive than anticipated.
Minister of National Defence Arvydas Anušauskas stated that the national division might not achieve full operational capacity by the 2030 deadline.
President Gitanas Nausėda believes that the upcoming autumn session of the Seimas (parliament) should serve as a crucial milestone for the remaining work of the current term.
The 'Vilvi group' has reported a 34% increase in revenue for the current year, reaching 258 million euros.
Lithuanian energy company 'Ignitis' is set to acquire Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from the American company 'EQT Corporation'.
According to Reuters, NATO successfully intercepted and prevented a clandestine Russian submarine operation that was taking place near the Svalbard archipelago.
A court has commenced proceedings in a case where Andrius Orlauskas is accused of defaming Ramanauskas.
An opinion piece by Jonė Kalendienė discussing the paradoxes related to funding.
An article explaining the services available and the process for obtaining assistance at a mental health center.
A report details how a real estate broker, previously convicted multiple times for fraud, scammed over twenty people, resulting in a seven-year prison sentence for him and a search for 220,000 euros.
An article provides insights into what banks consider when evaluating mortgage applications from individuals with declared self-employment activity and the conditions under which such loans may be denied.
Several schools in Vilnius have reportedly received threats indicating that they will be bombed.
With the Seimas returning to work, the article discusses coalition pledges, particularly concerning family benefits and child-related support.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz indicated that there are few signs suggesting Russia is prepared for peace negotiations regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Following a statement made by a basketball player concerning 'green tea', a person named Balčiūnas has responded, stating he has no regrets or need to apologize.
Thursday morning commuters in Vilnius experienced significant delays and traffic congestion, described as a severe test of patience.
