Lithuania is one of those countries that, from the first day of the full-scale military invasion of the Russian Federation into Ukraine, supported the Ukrainians in the struggle for freedom and independence. The Lithuanian people, like no one else, understand the threat posed by Russia to the entire democratic world.. And, despite all the threats caused by the blockade of transit to the Kaliningrad region, the country is ready for any development of events. Lithuanian political scientist and head of the Freedom House office Vytis Yurkonis stated this in an interview with Channel 24..

Lithuania is fully aware of all possible threats of the current situation. Moreover, over the years, representatives of the country have been warning at various international platforms about the danger from Russia.. Therefore, there is no panic in Lithuania now.

" We've been talking about it for years. And with Brussels, and with NATO, and with neighboring states,"

But, despite the media noise about the ban on Russian transit of sanctioned products, the political scientist believes that the key struggle is now taking place on the territory of Ukraine.

" This is not a matter of choice, but we must understand that the main focus should still be on the war in Ukraine and support there,"

The political scientist also added that, despite the difficult situation, Ukrainians find time and opportunity to draw attention to the problems of Lithuania, for which he is very grateful.

Europe is seriously concerned about the escalation of the situation near the borders of the EU. Therefore, they are already ready to allow the transit of Russian goods to Kaliningrad, while in Lithuania they are outraged by such concessions.

Earlier, Russia staged demonstration military exercises near the borders of the Baltic countries..