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Lithuania: Anti-drone shields, political access questioned — FrontPages.eu, September 28, 2026

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A political controversy has emerged regarding Dovilė Šakalienė, a Member of the Seimas and of the Committee on National Security and Defence, with questions raised about her access to committee meetings. This comes as the country focuses on bolstering its defense capabilities, including the domestic assembly of anti-drone shields for JLTV vehicles. In related security developments, the President, Gitanas Nausėda, stated that while US troops are returning to the country, their overall numbers in Europe will decrease. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is also working on a proposal to block entry for Russians who support the Kremlin's aggression. Beyond security and political news, local attention is drawn to a mice infestation in Vilnius apartments and a search for mysterious nocturnal animals near the capital. In business news, a new ranking of favorite brands was released, and logistics company Girteka has completed its exit from Russia.

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Questions have arisen concerning whether Dovilė Šakalienė, a Member of the Seimas and of the Committee on National Security and Defence, has been prevented from attending National Security Committee meetings, raising concerns about disorder in the political process.

Lrytas: Is D. Šakalienė really barred from National Security Committee meetings?

A political situation raises questions about whether D. Šakalienė has been prevented from attending National Security Committee meetings, with concerns about disorder.

Lithuanian soldiers are actively assembling anti-drone shields for their JLTV vehicles as part of domestic defense initiatives. President Gitanas Nausėda also announced that while US troops are returning to Lithuania, their overall presence in Europe will decrease.

Delfi: Lithuanian JLTV 'outfitted' with anti-drone shields: soldiers assemble them…

Lithuanian soldiers are reportedly assembling anti-drone shields for their JLTV vehicles, highlighting domestic defense initiatives and technological adaptation.

15min: President: While US Troops Return to Lithuania, Total Number in Europe Will…

The President of Lithuania stated that although US troops are returning to Lithuania, their overall number in Europe will decrease.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is refining a proposal that would deny entry to Russians who are found to be supporting the Kremlin's aggressive actions.

15min: Lithuania to Block Russians Supporting Kremlin's Aggression

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is refining a proposal to deny entry to Russians who support the Kremlin's aggression.

Residents in Vilnius are grappling with a significant mice infestation in their apartments, raising health concerns. Meanwhile, local wildlife and conservation efforts are highlighted by a report detailing a search for mysterious nocturnal animals near Vilnius.

LRT: Mice Infest Capital's Apartments: Defecating on Kitchen Countertops, Posing…

Residents in Vilnius are facing a problem with mice in their apartments, raising health concerns due to contamination.

15min: 15min Report: Search for Mysterious Nocturnal Animals Near Vilnius

A 15min report details a search for mysterious nocturnal animals conducted near Vilnius, highlighting local wildlife and conservation efforts.

Lithuania's business expectations continue to be positive, despite annual inflation surpassing 6%. In a significant business move, the founders of logistics company Girteka have announced the complete closure of their operations in Russia, having sold their last truck there this year.

Verslo žinios: Daily Highlights: Lithuania's Business Sentiment Remains Positive, Annual…

Lithuania's business expectations remain positive, and annual inflation has surpassed 6%, according to recent daily highlights.

Verslo žinios: Girteka Founders Close Operations in Russia: Last Truck Sold This Year

The founders of logistics company Girteka have announced the closure of their operations in Russia, having sold their last truck in the country this year.

The government is holding firm on its commitment to complete the first phase of the Rail Baltica project by 2030, even as the business sector expresses skepticism about the timeline.

Verslo žinios: State Remains Firm on Rail Baltica First Phase Completion by 2030, Business…

The Lithuanian government maintains its plan to complete the first phase of the Rail Baltica project by 2030, despite skepticism from the business sector.

A priest has voiced criticism regarding the media's approach to cases involving clergy members accused of pedophilia, questioning their accountability when courts issue acquittals.

LRT: Priest: Media Does Not Apologize If Courts Acquitt Clergy Accused of Pedophilia

A priest criticizes the media's handling of cases involving clergy accused of pedophilia, questioning their accountability after acquittals.

A new ranking of favorite brands in the country shows Swedbank maintaining its leading position, while Norfa and Eurovaistinė have successfully entered the top 10.

Verslo žinios: Favorite Brands: Unchallenged Swedbank, Norfa and Eurovaistinė Enter Top 10

A ranking of favorite brands in Lithuania shows Swedbank retaining its top position, while Norfa and Eurovaistinė have entered the top 10.

A motorcyclist has tragically died following a collision with a truck on a road in the Trakai district.

Lrytas: Motorcyclist killed in collision with truck in Trakai district

A motorcyclist has tragically died after colliding with a truck on the road in the Trakai district.

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