The President announced that Kęstutis Budrys will serve as the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the new government.

Discussions continue in Lithuania regarding the future of Kęstutis Budrys as Foreign Minister, with parliamentary leader Juozas Olekas suggesting he could continue in the role while also acknowledging other potential candidates.

Social Democrat Ruslanas Baranovas believes that publicly linking Kęstutis Budrys's fate as minister to his efforts in normalizing relations with China is a mistake, and he wants a discussion on Belarus.

Interim Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys participated in the Dubrovnik Forum in Croatia, stressing the need to strengthen deterrence, invest in defense, and maintain unity amidst a changing multipolar world order.

Presidential advisor on foreign policy, Asta Skaisgirytė, stated that the country's leader is satisfied with the work of Lithuania's diplomacy head, Kęstutis Budrys, and believes he can continue in his role.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys is embarking on a working visit to Israel and Palestine on Tuesday, where he will meet with Palestinian politicians and representatives.

Discussions have emerged in Lithuania regarding the potential removal of Kęstutis Budrys from his position as Minister of Foreign Affairs, with Remigijus Motuzas, Chairman of the Seimas Foreign Affairs Committee, commenting on the matter.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda stated that the question regarding the replacement of his former advisor, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys, is being raised artificially to divert attention from more important issues.

Lithuanian diplomacy chief Kęstutis Budrys will visit Belgium this week to open the Brussels Economic Security Forum on Thursday.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that it is too early to discuss potential representatives for peace talks with Russia. He emphasized that European countries should first agree on their demands and objectives for such negotiations.

The leader of Lithuania's Social Democrats criticized Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys's statement regarding NATO's capabilities to neutralize Russian forces in Kaliningrad, calling it a mistake.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys met with the Hungarian Foreign Minister to explore new opportunities for bilateral cooperation. He also participated in an international forum in Prague, where he spoke about support for Kyiv and the importance of acknowledging Soviet crimes to prevent future aggression.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys, visiting Yerevan, signed a bilateral declaration on strategic partnership with Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan, strengthening ties between the two nations.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys participated in the Lennart Meri foreign and security policy conference in Tallinn, Estonia, where he spoke on the need to create effective coalitions for Indo-Pacific and Eurasian cooperation.

Lithuania's head of diplomacy, Kęstutis Budrys, will be on a working visit to Brunei Darussalam from April 26-28, where he will participate in the 25th ministerial meeting of the European Union (EU) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

In Luxembourg on Tuesday, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys and Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka discussed regional security and opportunities to increase pressure on Russia through new sanctions.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys expressed hope for a smooth process after amendments to the law on restrictive measures against military aggression in Ukraine were removed from the Seimas plenary session agenda.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys has stated that the overall situation regarding Belarus is currently more stable than it was in the autumn, adding that communication with the country occurs through multiple channels.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys addressed concerns raised by the Financial Crime Investigation Service (FNTT) regarding payments made by Lithuanian carriers to the sanctioned Belarusian company "Beltamozhservice" to retrieve their trucks.

Politiniame lauke įsitvirtina naujas veikėjas – užsienio reikalų ministras Kęstutis Budrys, kurio matomumas neramiais laikais pakankamai didelis, sako politologas Ainius Lašas komentuodamas…

Lithuania has prohibited entry to 268 Russian citizens who participated in the war in Ukraine, with Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stating that Europe has no place for those who contributed to aggression and terror against Ukraine.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys is scheduled to make a working visit to Croatia on Tuesday.

Mindaugas Sinkevičius, leader of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party (LSDP), stated he currently sees no need to replace Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys, despite recent disagreements between Budrys and Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė on foreign policy.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys met with India's External Affairs Secretary Vakarams Sibi George to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and economic cooperation opportunities.

Lithuania's Foreign Minister discussed national security threats, stating that Russia might attempt a swift military operation against NATO if Southern European states remain complacent about defense. He also addressed China's demands regarding Lithuania's stance on Taiwan.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys met with representatives from the Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Crafts Association to discuss the business environment, export development, and regional economic strengthening.

Following the outbreak of hostilities between Israel, the United States, and Iran, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys will discuss the situation in the Middle East with other EU foreign ministers on Sunday.

Amid ongoing discussions about Lithuania's stance on China, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys agrees that the policy towards the country needs to be reviewed, citing it as a key foreign policy task.

Appointed Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius stated that Kęstutis Budrys will remain as Foreign Minister to ensure necessary continuity and consistency in foreign policy.

Kęstutis Budrys, Lithuania's head of diplomacy, is scheduled to present the situation regarding negotiations with China at a closed meeting of the Seimas Foreign Affairs Committee on Wednesday.

Lithuanian acting Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys is on an official visit to North Macedonia to discuss bilateral relations, NATO cooperation, and Lithuanian support for North Macedonia's EU integration.

Former Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė criticized the ruling party for unprofessionally linking the issue of Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys's future with the China question, calling it comical to associate Russia with aggression.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda stated that the future of Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys in his post will depend on his efforts to normalize relations with China and implement agreements with Taiwan.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that the 21st EU sanctions package against Russia is not ambitious enough and called for immediate discussions on new restrictions.

Kęstutis Budrys, Lithuania's head of diplomacy, stated he has not discussed his future in the foreign minister position with the chairman of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party, despite public speculation.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys refused to comment on media reports suggesting his fate might be decided at a Social Democratic Party council meeting, stating the topic receives too much undeserved attention.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that Ukraine's membership in the EU and NATO are the most crucial security guarantees for the West, emphasizing Lithuania's continued leadership in supporting Ukraine.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that Ukraine's EU membership would be the strongest security guarantee, and that the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara will be a crucial test for Alliance unity, deterrence, and long-term support for Ukraine.

Praėjusią savaitę teisėsaugai paskelbus, kad tyrime dėl kontrabandos sulaikyti 13 pareigūnų, užsienio reikalų ministras Kęstutis Budrys teigia, jog šiuos asmenis vertina kaip išdavikus. Jis taip pat teigė besitikintis, kad teisine prasme pareigūnai bus nubausti.

An interview given by Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys to a Swiss newspaper, in which he stated that NATO possesses the means to completely destroy Russian air defenses in Kaliningrad, has caused a wave of indignation in Russia.

Deividas Matulionis, chief advisor to the President of Lithuania, stated that Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys's remarks about US pressure regarding the transit of Belarusian fertilizers through Lithuania were misunderstood.

Lithuanian diplomacy head Kęstutis Budrys met with Swiss Vice President and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis in Switzerland to discuss bilateral cooperation, European security issues, and support for Ukraine.

Amidst public speculation about potential disagreements between Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė and Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys, the head of government affirmed that there is no basis for such talks. The Prime Minister stated her confidence in the minister.

Lithuania's Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that the country strongly condemns Iran's military actions against Gulf states and emphasizes that regional security cannot be a secondary issue in any agreements with Iran.

Augant įtampai dėl Hormuzo sąsiaurio, užsienio reikalų ministras Kęstutis Budrys teigia, kad Europos Sąjunga (ES) neišnaudojo visų savo turimų priemonių padėti Jungtinėms Amerikos Valstijoms (JAV)…

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that discussions about the Prime Minister potentially representing Lithuania in the European Council instead of the President are not currently on the political agenda.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda and Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys share a common vision for the country's foreign policy, while Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė seeks changes in this area, raising questions about her role.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys advises against placing too much hope in EU proposals to confiscate Belarusian company assets in Lithuania, following Minsk's detention of Lithuanian trucks.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys is embarking on a working visit to the United States, where he will participate in the Miami Security Forum, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Lithuania's head of diplomacy, Kęstutis Budrys, signed a document in Brussels, committing a voluntary contribution of 10 million euros to the EU Ukraine Facility.

Pirmadienį užsienio reikalų ministras Kęstutis Budrys dalyvaus Europos Sąjungos (ES) Užsienio reikalų tarybos (URT) posėdyje Briuselyje.

Lithuania's Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys will propose to the Seimas on Thursday to extend restrictive measures against Russia and Belarus until the end of 2027.

Užsienio reikalų ministras Kęstutis Budrys, ketvirtadienį nuotoliu dalyvaudamas neeiliniame Europos Sąjungos (ES) ir Persijos įlankos šalių užsienio reikalų ministrų susitikime, išreiškė solidarumą…

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys has strongly condemned Iran's unjustified attacks against the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and other countries during phone calls with officials from the UAE and Oman.

Lithuania condemns Iran's attacks against Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), says Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys states that Lithuania is moving from declarative expectations to concrete action plans to strengthen economic cooperation with Taiwan.

Kęstutis Budrys, Lithuania's acting Foreign Minister, is awaiting a decision on whether he will continue in his role in the new government. This comes after the appointed Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius expressed doubts about his continuation following a meeting with the social democratic leader.

Denis Bećirović, Chairman of the BiH Presidency, met with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys to discuss bilateral relations, European integration, and support for Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis explained the challenging task assigned to Kęstutis Budrys concerning China amidst a government reshuffle.

Kęstutis Budrys, Lithuania's acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, is participating in a Ukraine reconstruction conference held in Gdansk on Wednesday. The conference focuses on efforts to rebuild Ukraine.

Lithuanian diplomacy head Kęstutis Budrys declined to comment on remarks by Remigijus Motuzus regarding Lithuania's offer to restore diplomatic representation with China at the chargé d'affaires level, stating that diplomacy is discreet.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys is participating in the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg, where key topics include EU support for Ukraine and measures to increase pressure on Russia, including sanctions.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys visited the biotechnology company Northway Biotech to discuss export expansion and the prospects of biotechnology research, stating that Lithuania has a real chance to become a global leader in the field.

Speculation continues to mount in Lithuania regarding the potential replacement of Minister Kęstutis Budrys, with President Gitanas Nausėda expressing skepticism about the rumors, despite ongoing discussions within the Social Democratic Party.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys made combative remarks in a Swiss newspaper, asserting that NATO 'has the means' to destroy Russian air defense and missile bases in Kaliningrad if necessary.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys will participate in the Council of the Baltic Sea States (CBSS) foreign ministers' meeting in Poland on Friday to discuss regional defense issues.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that the recent EU agreement on a loan to Ukraine only temporarily halted disputes over the use of frozen Russian assets to fund Kyiv and exert pressure on Moscow, indicating further discussions are expected.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys issued a strong warning to Russia concerning Kaliningrad during an interview, emphasizing NATO's strength and commitment to collective defense.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys acknowledges and participates in an ongoing debate concerning foreign policy, even as criticism from within the Social Democratic Party is voiced.

Lithuanian diplomacy head Kęstutis Budrys begins a two-day working visit to Switzerland on Wednesday to discuss security and bilateral cooperation issues.

Lithuanian diplomacy head Kęstutis Budrys is embarking on an official visit to Cambodia to meet with the country's prime minister and discuss economic cooperation, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys met with Kyrgyzstan's Vice Prime Minister to discuss registering Lithuanian names for Tian Shan peaks first climbed by Lithuanian alpinists.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys visited the technology company Hostinger to discuss global digital service market trends, expansion opportunities for Lithuanian companies abroad, and talent attraction.

Lithuania's Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys announced that a plan aimed at boosting investments in Lithuania, submitted to Taiwan's representative office, is currently being coordinated. The proposals cover various sectors for potential breakthroughs.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys stated that drone incidents, such as a recent crash in the Varėna district, are becoming a "new reality" for the country.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys has expressed sincere condolences for the death of world-renowned Lithuanian scientist and orangutan researcher, Professor Birutė Galdikas.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys met with Croatian Foreign and European Affairs Minister Gordan Grlić Radman in Zagreb to discuss bilateral ties, support for Ukraine, European security, and the situation in the Middle East.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys states that pressure should be applied to Hungary to reverse its veto on a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, despite Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's stance.

Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto criticized Lithuanian diplomacy head Kęstutis Budrys, stating that Lithuania and other Baltic states have long been 'playing to Zelensky's tune' after Budrys criticized Hungary's decisions regarding Russian oil.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys announced plans to open an embassy in Brazil, citing the move as crucial for expanding business interests and increasing exports to Mercosur countries.

Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė spoke with Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys about assistance for Lithuanian citizens in the Middle East, urging more active communication.

Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys spoke by phone with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister before an extraordinary European Union Foreign Affairs Council…

Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys says that Lithuania is closely monitoring events in Iran and is in contact with its diplomatic missions in the region.

Artėjant ketvirtosioms karo Ukrainoje metinėms, Lietuvos diplomatijos vadovas Kęstutis Budrys dalyvavo Europos Sąjungos (ES) Užsienio reikalų tarybos (URT) posėdyje Briuselyje, kuriame aptarė tolesnę