Lithuania in the Netherlands

#FinTech | Lithuania is one of Europe’s key fintech hubs forbes.com/sites/ilonalim…

#DemocraticBelarus | upon kind invitation of @HumanityHub @article19org and @DefendDemocracy Embassy Charge d’Affaires a.i. @MZickus attended an event with one of the world’s bravest human rights defenders Mr Ales Bialiatski @viasna96 @freedomhouse

22 years in NATO. Proud to stand alongside our Allies in this indispensable Alliance. Committed to being even #StrongerTogether, Lithuania leads in defence spending (5.38% of GDP). #WeAreNATO

Whoever saves one life, saves the entire world. Today, Lithuania commemorates the Day of the Rescuers of Lithuanian Jews - a tribute to those who chose humanity over fear during the darkest chapter of our history. They risked everything - their freedom, their families, their lives - to save the Jewish neighbours from death. They sought no recognition - they simply followed conscience when indifference and silence were the safer choice. Their courage lives on in every life they saved, in every family line that survived, and serves as a powerful reminder that even a single act of light can break through immense darkness, and that one act of bravery can change the fate of generations. The choice to protect another human being is the strongest stand one can take against evil. Today, we honour the rescuers - known and unknown - whose humanity saved worlds. Their legacy calls on us to defend dignity, reject hatred, and choose courage always and everywhere. #RighteousAmongTheNations #LithuanianJewsRescuersDay

#OPCW | Lithuania’s 🇱🇹 full support to CWC, full support to Ukraine and Syria, full support to Ukraine and TS as the OPCW community seeks prompt and efficient attribution of confirmed cases of use of CWs by Russia: in Ukraine, in UK and in Russia itself. #EC111

Strongly welcome the decision by the #ICC Office of the Prosecutor to open an investigation into crimes against humanity committed by the Lukashenka regime against the people of Belarus from 1 May 2020 onwards, following Lithuania’s request submitted to the International Criminal Court in 2024. No regime should believe it can torture, deport, persecute, or silence its opponents and citizens without consequences. Justice must prevail. Widespread and systematic attacks on civilians must be met with a clear and consistently applied accountability mechanism — because accountability is not only justice for victims; it is deterrence for the future. Those responsible must be held to account.

#Justice | The International Criminal Court has opened an investigation into crimes against humanity in Belarus tm.lrv.lt/en/news/the-in…

#ICC Office of the Prosecutor concludes preliminary examinations into #Venezuela II and #Lithuania/Belarus ⤵ icc-cpi.int/news/icc-offic…

We welcome the ICC’s move to open probe, initiated by Lithuania, into Lukashenko regime’s crimes against the people of Belarus. This sends a powerful signal that there will be no impunity, even for those who consider themselves above the law and any norms of humanity. Ukraine has long advocated for the regime’s accountability—both for its crimes against its own people and for supporting Russia in its aggression against Ukraine. Justice is essential for a better, European, and democratic future of Belarus.

The world as we knew it has changed. As EU, we are navigating these changes together. I spoke with EU ambassadors in The Hague about the situation in the Middle East - including the inexcusable attacks towards Cyprus, and joint efforts to repatriate our nationals. 1/2

▶️Four years since the start of Russia's full scale invasion, Ukraine stands strong - even as Russia uses toxic chemicals on the frontlines. ▶️At the #OPCW and beyond, 🇬🇧 will stand with 🇺🇦 for as long as it takes to achieve a just and lasting peace. #EC111 #StandWithUkraine

Prepared by the intelligence services, National Threat Assessment has been released today, providing consolidated, unclassified assessment of threats and risks to national security of Lithuania. Full report in English: vsd.lt/wp-content/upl…

#Lithuania is closely monitoring ongoing developments in Iran and remains in contact with 🇱🇹 diplomatic missions in the region as the situation evolves.

Iran’s destructive behaviour in the region, dangerous nuclear ambitions, support to Russian aggression against #Ukraine and massive internal repressions are unacceptable.

We urge restraint and expect return to diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider regional escalation.

For four long years, Ukraine has been defending itself against a full-scale invasion started by Russia. Remain united. Help Ukraine financially. Invest in Ukraine’s defence. Support Ukraine’s speedy accession to the EU. Seek justice for Russia’s war crimes. Slava Ukraini!

#Ukraine 🇺🇦 | on the 4th anniversary of russia’s brutal, unprovoked & unjustified aggression against Ukraine @LT_Embassy_NL Charge d’Affaires a.i. @MZickus attended a symposium dedicated to helping Ukraine and Europe 🇪🇺 win - by @fggaleiden @RANDEurope & @KVBK1

Congratulations to @MinPres @RobJetten on assuming office as the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Wishing you every success! 🇱🇹 highly values our strong partnership with 🇳🇱 and our close cooperation within NATO, the EU, and other formats. We remain committed to working closely together to enhance Europe’s security, competitiveness, and to defend our shared values.

Congratulations to Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ on your appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands! Lithuania truly values its close partnership with the Netherlands, from our cooperation in the #EU and @NATO to your steadfast contribution to Baltic security through the military presence in Lithuania. I look forward to continued cooperation in support of Ukraine 🇺🇦 and in building a stronger, safer and more resilient Europe.

Press release from the @LithuaniaMFA and @LithuanianGovt (also available in English) urm.lt/naujienos/141/…

#Resilience | Embassy Charge d’Affaires Mindaugas Zickus co-hosting a masterclass on Lithuania’s crisis management experience & resilience for Dutch experts and institutions #NIPV #NationalCrisisManagementCenter #NCTV

Article at #WeerbaarNL by CDA Mindaugas Zickus “Only if we understand each other do we form a true security family” (in Dutch) weerbaarnl.nl/nieuws/3214569…

We, 🇩🇪🇫🇷🇳🇱🇸🇪🇬🇧, are confident that Alexei Navalny was poisoned with a lethal toxin. This is the conclusion of our Governments based on analyses of samples from Alexei Navalny. Full statement here 👉 diplo.de/2756262