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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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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.

Delfi: Night in Vilnius – a chase and shots: a fugitive rammed three police cars

A car chase and shooting occurred in Vilnius overnight, with a fugitive damaging three police vehicles.

Lrytas: Dramatic Night Chase in Vilnius: Fugitive Apprehended After Shots Fired

A thrilling night police chase in Vilnius involved a fugitive who damaged police cars and was eventually apprehended after shots were fired at his tires; drugs were also found in the vehicle.

LRT: Vilnius police chase: 3 cars damaged, weapon used.

A police chase in Vilnius resulted in three police vehicles being damaged and a weapon being discharged.

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.

Verslo žinios: Weekly highlights: Worsening business sentiment raises concerns about the…

Worsening business sentiment is causing concern for the economy.

Verslo žinios: Preliminary Eurostat data: Lithuania's GDP contracted the most in the EU per…

According to preliminary Eurostat data, Lithuania experienced the largest quarterly contraction in GDP within the European Union.

LRT: Lithuanian economist Tadas Povilauskas: economy slowing down after a spurt.

Economist Tadas Povilauskas observes that the Lithuanian economy is decelerating after a period of rapid growth.

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.

Members of the Lithuanian Seimas spent nearly 2 million euros on parliamentary activities, with a specific group noted as spending the most.

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

An interview features a meeting between M. Bertulis, who traveled to Iran, and the Chancellor of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with a quote about wanting something 'with a bit of spice'.

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

The construction inspection has stopped work on a 'Hanner' project located in the Žirmūnai district of the capital.

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.

Major municipalities in Lithuania have evacuation plans and designated routes, but a shortage of transport vehicles is a potential concern.

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…

A signal pistol and ammunition were discovered on a passenger at Vilnius Airport, leading to an incident.

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

Despite the closure of its factory in Alytus, the owners of Jysk are selling the furniture group.

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…

The Pentagon has reportedly advised certain nations, including Lithuania, to adopt a less confrontational tone in their communications with Russia.

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