Interview to the commander of eFP (enhanced Forward Presence) Battle Group in Lithuania After the NATO summit in Madrid, the Alliance decided to recognize Russia as the main threat. It has not happened since the collapse of the USSR. The
Riflemen’s Union, who they are, what they do
March 11 is a beautiful sunny day. The ceremonies for the anniversary of the Lithuanian independence, regained in 1990, have just ended. There were also many demonstrations in support of Ukraine devastated by the war waged by Russia. But another
March, 11-Lithuania Independence Day for Ukraine-Reportage
Slava Ukraini, Glory to Ukraine. That slogan echoes on the streets of Vilnius and all of Lithuania. It’s ringing in our ears, it’s before our eyes, everywhere in this country. On March 11, restoration of the independence in Lithuania, is
Freedom Defenders Day 2022, our report from Vilnius
Anniversary of the attack by the Soviets on January 1991 The night between January 12 and 13, 1991 Mr. Gorbačëv decided going into action. Since the declaration of independence by Lithuania on March 11, 1990 USSR had been attempting to
Waiting Kaunas2022: Memory Office, to build a better future
A few more weeks to the official opening of Kaunas2022 (European Capital of Culture). The program includes many events, exhibitions, workshops, and seminars. Among the main themes is the Memory. A project that sets the memory of what the city
Landsbergis, the man who opposed the Soviets
Vytautas Landsbergis was actually the first leader of the free Lithuania. He was the person who declared independence of Lithuania on March 11 1990. Listening to him in this interview is like hearing history happens. Landsbergis is among people who
Molotov Ribbentrop Pact and its secret protocols
There are still many question marks about the Molotov Ribbentrop Pact, especially in connection to the secret protocols. Arvydas Anusauskas, former member of the Lithuanian Parliament and appointed Ministry of Defense after election in October 2020, is a historian who
Diplomacy in Lithuania, a rebirth story
Diplomacy. A word that conjures up images of complicated political maneuverings. In truth though, diplomacy and its activities are deeply connected to our life as citizens. Through diplomacy, as well as foreign ministries, we forge international relations, we pave the
Sugihara Story, a brave man
Japanese people in Lithuania? On our first few trips, we were astounded when we learned about their presence. You could imagine our surprise when we met any foreigners, let alone Japanese people, as tourism in the area was not as
Incredible story of the Lithuanian language under Czars and Soviet era
Smugglers. “Criminals”. They were scholars, teachers, avid readers. They loved their country more than anything and they wanted to be Lithuanians. They became book smugglers to protect their identity, their traditions and the soul of Lithuania. They were the knygnešiai,