In an interview with Table.Briefings, Lithuanian Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas stressed that countries on the EU’s eastern flank cannot shoulder the costs of defense alone. He warns against overly harsh threats when dealing with the US.

21. January 2026

Lithuanian Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas does not think the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) fund is sufficient. (EU-Rat)

Last updated: 21. January 2026