🇱🇹 DefMin Laurynas Kasčiūnas seeks further strengthening of cooperation between 🇺🇸& 🇱🇹 Special Operations Forces. During his visit to the US, minister visited USSOCOM & met with Commander General Bryan P. Fenton to discuss key security challenges in the Baltics & across the Atlantic.

Today, 🇺🇸US troops in Lithuania were honored with 🇱🇹Defence System medals for their successful service in our country. It is particularly heartwarming to meet 🇺🇸Captain Rugilė Valiūnaitė – a Lithuanian serving in the U.S. Army, who returned to fulfill a mission in her homeland.

“There has never been a time when the relations between the 🇺🇸 and 🇱🇹 have been stronger. And there’s never been a time when our relations have been more important,” said Ambassador McDonald in her interview with ‌TVP Wilno.

During her interview, the Ambassador emphasized her…

Today, on #WorldPressFreedomDay , we honor the brave journalists who tirelessly pursue truth and transparency. From shining a light on injustice to holding the powerful accountable, their work is invaluable.

More sanctions today, including additional targets attempting to operationalize ALNG2. Russia's trying to expand its LNG export capabilities to claw back natural gas global market share. We'll continue to impede development of new Russia energy projects. state.gov/imposing-new-m…

'It was great to discuss the enduring U.S. Army and Lithuanian_Armed_Forces security partnership with Lithuania's Minister of National Defence Laurynas Kasčiūnas. Together with our NATO allies, we must strengthen our shared defenses and deter adversaries in a complex world.🇺🇸🇱🇹

Congrats 🇱🇹 on the 20th anniversary of your membership in the EU! As staunch allies and friends, the 🇺🇸 stands with you in celebrating this momentous occasion. We are a powerful force and more united than ever. Here's to two decades of shared values, cooperation, and progress.

Reminder: the entry period for DV-2025 closed November 7, 2023. Do not be fooled by people or websites asking you to provide your information to enter now. These are scams. The applications selected for further processing will become available May 4, 2024, at 12 p.m. EDT at…

The national security package is an investment, not only in Ukraine’s security but in Europe’s security, and in the security of the United States.

America stands with our friends. We stand up against dictators.

For the past two years, the Ukraine Defense Contact Group has stood together to surge critical capabilities for Ukraine.

We have made and changed history.

Today, our message today is clear: we will continue to stand united in support of Ukraine.

Early Wednesday, the national security package arrived at my desk.

Before noon, I had signed it into law.

And this week, we’re sending weapons and equipment to Ukraine as it defends itself against Russian bombardment.

Today, we answered history’s call at this critical inflection point.

With the signing of our national security package, we tell the world that America stands resolutely for democracy and freedom, and against tyranny and oppression.

“America is going to send Ukraine the supplies they need to keep them in the fight … I’m making sure the shipments start right away.

America must stand up for what is right. We don’t walk away from our allies; we stand with them. We don’t let tyrants win; we oppose them.” —…

Amb. McDonald was delighted to meet Jūratė Kazickaitė and Lucy Kazickas from the Kazickas Family Foundation! Established by Joseph P. Kazickas, a well-known Lithuanian American businessman, the foundation is now Lithuania's largest private philanthropic institution. Their support…

Tonight, a bipartisan majority in the Senate joined the House to answer history’s call at this critical inflection point. Congress has passed my legislation to strengthen our national security and send a message to the world about the power of American leadership: we stand…

Ukraine’s fight shows us how important it is to stand up for freedom and democracy against tyranny and oppression.

The House of Representatives has passed our national security package.

The Senate must follow.

.Secretary Antony Blinken released the Human Rights Report today, documenting the status of human rights in nearly 200 countries and territories. “Countries that respect human rights are more likely to be peaceful, prosperous, stable.” state.gov/reports/2023-c…

.President Biden spoke with Ursula von der Leyen to discuss their steadfast support for #Ukraine as it defends against Russian aggression.

Sustained international support is vital to #Ukraine ’s fight for freedom 🇺🇸🇪🇺🇺🇦

On behalf of the United States, we would like to express our deepest condolences to the loved ones of Lithuania’s former Prime Minister Gediminas Kirkilas.

Chag Pesach Sameach!
Wishing all of our friends throughout the world and the Lithuanian Jewish community a #HappyPassover . May this holiday be a time of reflection, gratitude, and renewed hope for a brighter tomorrow.