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A dramatic overnight police chase in Vilnius saw a fugitive ram three police cars before being apprehended after officers fired shots at the vehicle's tires. Drugs were reportedly found in the suspect's car, bringing a high-stakes pursuit to an end.

Economically, Lithuania faces concerning trends as preliminary Eurostat data shows the country experienced the largest quarterly GDP contraction in the European Union. This downturn is compounded by worsening business sentiment and an economist's observation that the economy is decelerating after a period of rapid growth.

In other news, members of the Seimas spent nearly 2 million euros on parliamentary activities, and the Chancellor of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs met with an Iranian envoy, M. Bertulis, for discussions on future relations.

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Dramatic Night Police Chase in Vilnius Ends in Apprehension

An overnight police chase in Vilnius involved a fugitive ramming three police cars, leading to shots being fired at the vehicle's tires and the suspect's apprehension. Drugs were also reportedly found in the fugitive's car.

Lithuania Records Largest EU GDP Contraction Amid Worsening Business Sentiment

Preliminary Eurostat data indicates that Lithuania experienced the most significant quarterly contraction in GDP across the European Union. This comes as business sentiment in the country is worsening, leading to concerns about the overall economy, which an economist noted is decelerating after a period of rapid growth.

Lithuanian MPs Spent Nearly 2 Million Euros on Parliamentary Activities

Members of the Lithuanian Seimas collectively spent almost 2 million euros on parliamentary activities, with one particular group identified as having the highest expenditure.

LRT Lithuanian MPs spent almost 2 million euros on parliamentary activities. ↗

MFA Chancellor Meets Iranian Envoy, Discusses Future Relations

The Chancellor of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs met with an Iranian envoy, M. Bertulis, who traveled to Iran. The meeting included discussions on wanting something "with a bit of spice," suggesting a desire for more dynamic or interesting developments in relations.

Lrytas Interview: Lithuania's MFA Chancellor Meets Iranian Envoy ↗

Construction Inspection Halts 'Hanner' Project in Vilnius

A construction inspection has ordered a halt to work on a 'Hanner' development project located in the Žirmūnai district of the capital, Vilnius.

Verslo žinios Construction inspection halts work on 'Hanner' project in Vilnius ↗

Lithuanian Municipalities Have Evacuation Plans But Face Transport Shortage

While major municipalities in Lithuania have established evacuation plans and designated routes, there is a potential concern regarding a shortage of adequate transport vehicles for such operations.

LRT Lithuanian municipalities have evacuation plans but may lack transport. ↗

Signal Pistol and Ammunition Found on Passenger at Vilnius Airport

An incident occurred at Vilnius Airport after a signal pistol and accompanying ammunition were discovered in the possession of a passenger.

Delfi Incident at Vilnius Airport – a signal pistol and ammunition found on a… ↗

Jysk Owners Sell Furniture Group Despite Alytus Factory Closure

The owners of Jysk are proceeding with the sale of their furniture group, a decision that comes despite the earlier closure of their factory located in Alytus.

Verslo žinios Factory closure in Alytus did not help - Jysk owners sell furniture group ↗

Pentagon Urges Lithuania and Other Nations to Soften Rhetoric Towards Russia

Reuters reports that the Pentagon has advised several countries, including Lithuania, to adopt a less confrontational tone in their communications regarding Russia.

Verslo žinios 'Reuters': Pentagon urges some countries, including Lithuania, to soften… ↗