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Lithuania faces diplomatic pressure from the United States to withdraw support for a conference in Vilnius that included criticism of Donald Trump and discussions on US interference in other countries' politics. This comes as new findings in a "Kaunas incident" suggest dangerous connections leading to Russia, escalating concerns about national security and foreign influence. Domestically, the government has approved the 2027 state budget, outlining projected increases in pensions, benefits, and salaries, although not all education sector employees are satisfied with the proposed wage hikes. Meanwhile, a scientist previously awarded by President Gitanas Nausėda is now under investigation by prosecutors for alleged sexual harassment. In other news, Vilnius municipality plans tax breaks for businesses affected by ongoing city improvements, and a new law aims to limit the Moscow Patriarch's influence in Lithuania. The company Litilit has opened a new laser factory in Vilnius, set to double ultrafast laser production, while a Canadian firm has acquired a Lithuanian geospatial systems manufacturer.

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The United States has reportedly pressured Lithuanian, Canadian, and EU diplomats to withdraw support for a conference held in Vilnius. The conference featured criticism of Donald Trump and discussions on alleged US interference in the politics of other nations.

LRT: US Pressure on Vilnius over Conference Critical of Trump

The US pressured Lithuanian, Canadian, and EU diplomats to withdraw support for a conference in Vilnius that criticized Donald Trump and discussed US interference in other countries' politics.

Lithuanian prosecutors are investigating a scientist, who previously received an award from President Gitanas Nausėda, for alleged sexual harassment.

Lrytas: Prosecutor's office targets scientist who received award from G. Nausėda…

Lithuanian prosecutors are investigating a scientist who received an award from President Gitanas Nausėda for alleged sexual harassment.

Following an incident in Kaunas, dangerous findings have emerged, with evidence suggesting connections to Russia. This development points to potential foreign involvement in domestic events.

Delfi: After Kaunas incident - dangerous findings: traces lead to Russia

Following an incident in Kaunas, dangerous findings have emerged, with evidence suggesting connections to Russia.

The Lithuanian government has approved the state budget for 2027, which includes projections for increases in pensions, benefits, and salaries. However, the approved 7.56% wage increase has not satisfied all education sector employees. The proposed budget now proceeds to the Seimas for further discussion.

LRT: Government Approves 2027 State Budget: Pension and Salary Increases?

The government has approved the state budget for 2027, with discussions on how pensions and salaries will increase next year.

15min: 2027 State Budget Travels to Seimas: How Much Will Pensions and Benefits…

The proposed 2027 state budget is heading to the Seimas, with discussions focusing on potential increases in pensions, benefits, and scholarships.

15min: Government Approves 7.56% Wage Increase, But Not All Education Workers Satisfied

Despite the government's approval of a 7.56% wage increase, the figures are not satisfactory for all education sector employees.

Lrytas: Outlook for next year: news for many on benefits, salaries, and pensions

Information is emerging about how people will live next year, with news concerning benefits, salaries, and pensions.

The Vilnius municipality is planning to introduce tax incentives for businesses experiencing difficulties due to ongoing city improvement and repair projects.

15min: Vilnius Municipality Plans Tax Breaks for Businesses Affected by City…

The Vilnius municipality is planning to offer tax incentives to businesses that are suffering due to ongoing city improvement and repair projects.

New legislative amendments have been proposed with the aim of restricting the influence of the Moscow Patriarch within Lithuania.

LRT: Proposed Law Changes to Limit Moscow Patriarch's Influence in Lithuania

Proposed amendments to laws aim to restrict the influence of the Moscow Patriarch within Lithuania.

A new 'Litilit' laser factory has been inaugurated in Vilnius, with its head announcing plans to double the company's production of ultrafast pulse lasers in Lithuania. Additionally, Minister of National Defence Robertas Kaunas has extended military assistance.

LRT: 'Litilit' Head: New Factory to Double Ultrafast Laser Production in Lithuania

The head of 'Litilit' announced that a new factory will double the company's production of ultrafast pulse lasers in Lithuania.

Verslo žinios: New "Litilit" laser factory opened in Vilnius; R. Kaunas extended army aid to…

A new "Litilit" laser factory has been inaugurated in Vilnius, and R. Kaunas has prolonged military assistance along the border with Kaliningrad.

15min has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing Delfi to become the most read news portal in Lithuania.

15min: 15min Overtakes Delfi to Become Lithuania's Most Read News Portal

15min has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the most read news portal in Lithuania, surpassing its competitor Delfi.

A corruption scandal has now impacted "Kablys," a legendary venue in Vilnius.

Verslo žinios: Corruption scandal also reached the legendary Vilnius "Kablys"

A corruption scandal has affected the legendary Vilnius venue "Kablys".

A suspect believed to be involved in attacks against the 'Kauno Diena' newspaper has been taken into police custody.

Delfi: Suspect in attacks on 'Kauno Diena' is now in police detention

A scandalous suspect, believed to be involved in attacks against 'Kauno Diena' newspaper, has been taken into police custody.

Canadian company "Volatus Aerospace" is acquiring "Aispeco," a Lithuanian manufacturer of geospatial systems, for $10.5 million.

Verslo žinios: Canadian "Volatus Aerospace" buys Lithuanian geospatial systems manufacturer…

Canadian company "Volatus Aerospace" is acquiring the Lithuanian manufacturer of geospatial systems, "Aispeco", for $10.5 million.

A woman was found murdered near her home in the Klaipėda district, with her son identified as the suspect and currently hospitalized.

Delfi: Family tragedy in Klaipėda district: son suspected of murdering mother

A woman was found murdered near her home in the Klaipėda district; the suspect, believed to be her son, is in the hospital.

Firefighters have released new details concerning a fatal house explosion in the Kaišiadorys district that resulted in one death.

Lrytas: Explosive house death in Kaišiadorys district: firefighters provide new details

Firefighters have released new details regarding a fatal house explosion in the Kaišiadorys district where one person died.

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