
Lithuania Accuses 13 of GRU-Linked Attempted Murders
Lithuanian authorities have charged 13 individuals with two attempted murders, alleging the plots are linked to Russia's military intelligence agency, the GRU.
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Lithuanian authorities have charged 13 individuals with two attempted murders, alleging the plots are linked to Russia's military intelligence agency, the GRU.

Lithuania's Plant Cultivation Service has launched an investigation into irresponsible farming practices after images showed a tractor polluting a water body in Žemaitkiemis.

Authorities in Kėdainiai district, Lithuania, conducted a joint raid with police to assess compliance with dog walking regulations, following numerous complaints from residents about improperly walked dogs.

Lithuanian authorities received seven reports of domestic violence incidents across various cities on Friday, primarily involving intoxicated men assaulting women.

As the season for changing winter to summer tires approaches on April 1st, Lithuanian authorities are reminding residents about proper tire changing locations and how to dispose of old, worn-out tires.

Lithuanian authorities are implementing new regulations that could lead to fines for residents living in lofts and significant taxes for landlords, despite rising real estate prices in the country.

As the conflict in the Middle East continues, Lithuanian authorities have issued important travel recommendations for hundreds of its citizens in the region, recalling recent evacuations from Dubai and other areas.

Cases have been reported where fraudsters impersonate financial intermediaries, sending fake credit documents, allegedly related to Luminor bank consumer loans, to deceive clients.

Following an unscheduled inspection by the State Food and Veterinary Service, nearly half a ton of meat has been banned from supply from UAB „Raučulys“ meat processing plant and store in Kaunas district, Lithuania.

Lithuania's Central Electoral Commission (VRK), Special Investigation Service (STT), and Prosecutor General's Office have confirmed receiving a complaint from communications specialist Karolis Žukauskas regarding the potentially opaque financing of the 'Nemuno aušros' party, led by Remigijus Žemaitaitis.

A press conference will be held to provide information on an ongoing pre-trial investigation concerning the planned murder of two individuals and related terrorist criminal acts.

Lithuanian financial crime investigators have launched a large-scale pre-trial investigation into a scheme to embezzle nearly 0.5 million euros in support funds intended for young farmers. The operation involved 50 raids and several suspects, linked to 26 fictitious young farmers.

Lithuanian opposition representative Mindaugas Lingė stated that a decision is pending regarding administrative proceedings and a potential fine against the company "Jozita" for failing to conduct its mandatory annual audits.
Lithuanian authorities are investigating dozens of cases involving cigarette smuggling using balloons from Belarus, which they have officially designated as hybrid attacks disrupting the country's airspace.

Lithuanian authorities have arrested a Kyrgyz citizen on suspicion of financing and supporting terrorism, specifically linked to Hamas.

Lithuanian authorities conducted a first-time investigation into intercity bus services, with inspectors posing as secret passengers to evaluate various factors from cleanliness to driver courtesy.

Lithuanian authorities are desperately seeking ways to increase the birth rate, proposing significant tax benefits for families with two or more children and incentives for businesses to employ parents with multiple children.

Specialists from the Seaside Regional Park in Lithuania are warning visitors about dangerous rockfalls at the popular Olandų Kepurė (Dutch Hat) cliff. Warming temperatures have caused pieces of rock to break off, posing a risk to visitors.

The Central Electoral Commission, State Security Department, Financial Crime Investigation Service, and Prosecutor General's Office confirmed receiving a complaint regarding the potentially opaque financing of the 'Nemuno aušra' party.

Mersid Kajić, a Montenegrin engineer, has been arrested in Poland on suspicion by Lithuanian authorities of collecting information on critical infrastructure for Chinese authorities in Poland, Lithuania, and Germany.

Lithuania's State Food and Veterinary Service (VMVT) has launched an investigation after a photo of discarded Wolt and Bolt Food courier bags circulated publicly, raising concerns about hygiene and waste management.

As warmer weather brings electric scooters and e-bikes back to city streets, Lithuanian authorities are reminding users of existing regulations. For two years, requirements have been in place to insure certain unregistered motor vehicles, with violations potentially leading to significant fines.

Lithuanian bank 'Artea' warns residents about scammers offering to 'speed up' the recovery of funds from the second pillar pension scheme, which began payouts in April. The bank advises that funds will be disbursed by April 15, and these offers are fraudulent.

Lithuanian authorities plan to cover 14,000 tons of semi-combustible waste at the Kazokiškės landfill, which accumulated after a fire at a waste sorting plant, to reduce pollution.

Lithuanian authorities have found wreckage believed to be from a drone near Lake Lavysas, close to the border with Belarus. The Prime Minister of Lithuania has convened the National Security Commission to address the suspected airspace violation.

Lithuanian authorities report over 13 million scam calls were blocked last year, a significant increase, as scammers develop new methods to circumvent blocking measures.

Lithuanian authorities are investigating a famous singer's property in Kaunas after a sauna was found built on state-owned land near the Neris river, leading to a formal violation.
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As spring approaches and snowmelt increases, Lithuanian authorities are actively preparing for potential floods, emphasizing that most floods can be predicted in advance.

Mersid Kajić has been arrested in Warsaw, suspected by Lithuanian authorities of illegally collecting information for China on Lithuanian territory since February 2023.