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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VSAT: Illegal migrants not turned back at the Belarusian border

Lithuanian border authorities report not turning back illegal migrants from Belarus, amidst similar actions by neighboring Latvia and Poland.

Mar 23 • 05:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Eastern Europe is rearming: 1000 wheeled armored vehicles for Romania, heavy vehicles for Hungary

Eastern Europe is enhancing its military capabilities with significant purchases and cooperative ventures, propelled by EU funding and strategic partnerships.

Mar 21 • 13:08 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

What are Center and Periphery in Art? A Discussion on Culture in Regions with Tina Peterson and Elina Veinsteina

Elina Veinšteina and Tina Pētersone discuss the role of Latvia in the contemporary art landscape of Eastern Europe and the cultural differences between the capital and regional areas.

Mar 21 • 10:38 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

War in Iran: Rising Prices of Fuel and Food – Defense Plan from Government and EU

The economic repercussions of the Middle Eastern war are starting to affect Europe, with rising fuel prices prompting discussions among EU leaders on how to mitigate the impact.

Mar 21 • 07:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Ormuz and the European Energy Question

The article discusses Europe's geopolitical challenges and energy security in the context of regional instabilities due to the Ukraine and Middle Eastern conflicts.

Mar 20 • 23:05 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Age of Monsters

The article discusses the increasing interest in the occult during the early modern period, driven by various socio-political and technological changes.

Mar 20 • 22:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

BNS Sprintas: Paperwork in National Defense, Lockheed Martin's Interest in Lithuania, Sinkevičius as LSDP Chairman

The article discusses Lithuania's plan to invest 400 million in protecting Eastern Europe's energy infrastructure and highlights Lockheed Martin's interest in the region amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Mar 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

EU Summit: "It was not nice". Europe has virtually no influence on the war in the Middle East

European leaders at a summit in Brussels express a lack of influence over the ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts and declined to intervene directly or expand military missions.

Mar 20 • 13:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

NATO General presses for solutions regarding Poland. "It would make a lot of sense"

A NATO general emphasizes the importance of extending pipeline systems to Poland and the Baltic states for military operations.

Mar 20 • 09:36 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Not just Excel. CFO closer to the field than to spreadsheets

The article discusses the integrated business model of Green Holding, highlighting the role of the CFO in operations and the company's growth in the agricultural sector.

Mar 19 • 22:28 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Promised support for Ukrainian women: 'No cooperation with Hepatica'

Hepatica, a Swedish aid organization, is accused of falsely claiming partnerships in Eastern Europe for women's rights and democracy as three partners deny any collaboration.

Mar 19 • 17:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Guido: "The main danger for countries not directly involved in the conflict is terrorism - A fleet under the UN flag is needed in Hormuz"

Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto warns of a significant terrorism threat to countries not engaged in the Middle Eastern conflict, highlighting the existence of Iranian sleeper cells globally.

Mar 19 • 16:06 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

First they come for the scientists. As a historian, I know what follows thereafter.

The article discusses the implications of political challenges faced by scientists, particularly in Eastern Europe, amid a climate of suspicion and potential censorship.

Mar 19 • 14:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

East Macedonia & Thrace Forum IV: The focus of geopolitics and development in Alexandroupoli

The East Macedonia & Thrace Forum IV is set to take place in Alexandroupoli, Greece, emphasizing the region's emerging role as a strategic hub amid geopolitical and energy shifts.

Mar 19 • 13:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Trump Says No Need for Allied Help but White House Continues Talks with Europe and Arabs

Despite President Trump claiming there is no need for military support from allies regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, the White House indicates ongoing discussions with European and Middle Eastern allies.

Mar 18 • 21:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The war in the Eastern Mediterranean affects air travel: airlines increase prices or cancel flights

The ongoing war in Eastern Europe is leading airlines like SAS to cancel hundreds of flights and raise prices due to skyrocketing fuel costs.

Mar 18 • 16:06 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Alter Ego Media – City Hub Events: 4th Forum for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace

The 4th Forum for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace will focus on the region's role in Europe's defense, energy security, regional development, and international challenges.

Mar 18 • 14:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Change in Finns' Favorite Destination – Tourists Now Want to Go Here

More European tourists are shifting their interest to Eastern Thailand destinations instead of the southern favorites like Phuket and Koh Samui.

Mar 18 • 08:45 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Mitsotakis at the Bloomberg conference: Europe will not engage militarily in the Middle East

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized Greece's geopolitical and defense efforts in response to the crisis in the Middle East, urging European nations to prioritize the Eastern Mediterranean.

Mar 17 • 12:32 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Zelensky: "Putin's war machine has helped Iran"

Ukrainian President Zelensky claims that the war in Iran has diverted international attention and military resources from Ukraine, undermining peace efforts in Eastern Europe.

Mar 17 • 07:45 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

European nations warn Israel over Lebanon invasion

European nations and Canada have urged Israel to halt its military actions in Lebanon, citing potential humanitarian crises amid ongoing Middle Eastern tensions.

Mar 17 • 07:25 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

15 illegal migrants turned back at the border with Belarus

Fifteen illegal migrants were turned back at the Lithuania-Belarus border, marking a significant drop in such occurrences after nearly a month without any reported attempts.

Mar 17 • 05:34 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

BLOG ⟩ Day 1483 of the War in Ukraine: Ukrainian Forces Thwarted Russia's Offensive Planned for March

Ukrainian forces successfully thwarted a planned offensive by Russia in March, continuing their defense against the ongoing invasion.

Mar 17 • 02:53 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

And perhaps this is an invitation letter

The article reflects on the contrasting values and societal structures between Eastern and Western Europe, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Mar 16 • 09:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

First they come for the scientists. As a historian, I know what follows next

Historian Marci Shore discusses the implications of attacks on science and scientific institutions by political figures, particularly in the context of Central and Eastern Europe.

Mar 16 • 08:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Finland wants to ease nuclear weapons ban

Finland's government is seeking to ease its complete ban on nuclear weapons, prompting controversy within the country.

Mar 16 • 07:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"Moscow Wants to Be Prepared." Satellite Images Reveal Plans Against NATO

Satellite images suggest that Moscow is ramping up its military readiness against NATO, indicating a possible shift in regional security dynamics.

Mar 16 • 06:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

BLOG ⟩ 1482nd Day of War in Ukraine: According to Zelensky, Pressuring Russia is the Only Path to Ending the War

Ukrainian President Zelensky asserts that pressuring Russia is essential to bringing the war to an end, reflecting on the ongoing conflict which began with Russia's invasion in February 2022.

Mar 16 • 03:03 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Ukrainian Forces Intensify Strikes on Russian Targets in Two Directions

Ukrainian armed forces have increased their strikes on Russian military targets, potentially hindering future Russian offensives.

Mar 15 • 09:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Illegal Migrants Not Recorded at the Border with Belarus

Latvian border guards reported no illegal migrants turned back last Saturday, while Polish authorities turned away 13 individuals attempting to cross the border illegally.

Mar 15 • 06:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Iranian attacks in the eastern Mediterranean prompt Europeans to change their vacation plans

The ongoing conflict between the US-Israeli coalition and Iran has led many Europeans to reconsider their travel destinations, opting for Western Europe and the Caribbean instead of the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.

Mar 14 • 15:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

War prompts Europeans to switch holidays away from eastern Mediterranean

As the ongoing US-Israel conflict affects air travel and safety perceptions, tourists are rerouting their summer holidays from the eastern Mediterranean to safer, more familiar destinations in western Europe and beyond.

Mar 14 • 10:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Proto. How Our Proto-Language Reached the Ends of the World: A Mix of Languages

This article presents a fragment of Laura Spinney's book discussing the origins and spread of the Proto-Slavic language.

Mar 13 • 15:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Don't get involved with us, or we'll launch grenades at you, Lukashenko threatens NATO countries

Lukashenko has warned NATO countries against interference, threatening to use grenades if provoked.

Mar 13 • 13:34 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

WEEKLY BOOK ⟩ Jacob Mikanowski tells about Eastern Europe from the bottom up

The current book feature on Kuku Radio highlights Jacob Mikanowski's 'Goodbye Eastern Europe', which is presented by Marek Strandberg and includes a discussion with the book's translator Erkki Bahovski.

Mar 13 • 12:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

G. Nausėda visited Rukla with the Czech President: inspected military equipment

Lithuania's President Gitanas Nausėda and Czech President Petr Pavel visited Rukla to demonstrate their countries' partnership and commitment to NATO's defense in Eastern Europe.

Mar 13 • 11:12 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

No illegal migrants recorded at the border with Belarus

There have been no illegal migrant attempts recorded at the Lithuanian border with Belarus, according to recent reports.

Mar 13 • 05:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The forecaster announces where changes in the weather will begin in Lithuania

The weather forecast indicates a warm day in Lithuania with slight chances of rain and increased wind speeds.

Mar 13 • 03:46 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

BLOG ⟩ 1479th Day of War in Ukraine: According to Sõrskõi, the War Has Entered a New Phase

The article discusses the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting a shift in battle focus to the eastern and southern regions as the war enters a new phase, according to expert Sõrskõi.

Mar 13 • 03:13 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Ukraine and Romania sign an agreement on drone production

Ukraine and Romania have signed a joint agreement to initiate the production of drones.

Mar 13 • 00:32 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The government's war bunker is being fortified while thousands of civilian shelters are being closed: - Unheard of!

Norway is upgrading its government war bunker while simultaneously reducing the number of public civilian shelters available for citizens amid the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe.

Mar 12 • 19:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

'Ghost Radio' in Eastern Europe has been transmitting orders through sequences of numbers to Iran, says newspaper

A 'ghost radio' in Eastern Europe has been transmitting numeric sequences in Farsi, potentially sending orders to American agents in Tehran, according to The Financial Times.

Mar 12 • 12:52 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Bloomberg: Inflation forecast above 3% in the EU due to the war in Iran

The EU anticipates inflation could exceed 3% this year if the Middle Eastern war causes Brent oil prices to remain around $100 per barrel and natural gas prices to stay elevated long-term.

Mar 11 • 22:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Radio News (11.03.2026 15:00:00)

Ukrainian President Zelensky announces enhanced capabilities for Ukraine.

Mar 11 • 13:20 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Packaging manufacturer «VG Kvadra Pak» invests 10 million euros in expanding its production facility

VG Kvadra Pak is investing 10 million euros to expand its production facility, which is set to complete by March 1, 2026, enhancing its capacities and efficiency in the Baltic and Scandinavian market.

Mar 11 • 09:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

S&P: Central and Eastern Europe More Resilient to Energy Supply Crises

Central and Eastern Europe has become more resilient to energy supply crises due to efforts to disengage from Russia following the onset of the war in Ukraine, according to S&P Global.

Mar 10 • 13:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Prince Edward's bizarre offer to be King that he was forced to turn down

On his 62nd birthday, Prince Edward reflects on a peculiar offer made to him in the 1990s to become King of Estonia.

Mar 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Emmanuel Macron bets on the security of the Mediterranean: "When Cyprus is attacked, Europe is attacked"

Emmanuel Macron emphasizes the need for Mediterranean security during a visit to Cyprus, following recent drone attacks from Iran.

Mar 9 • 15:35 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Macron travels to Cyprus, and von der Leyen meets with Middle Eastern leaders in an attempt to contain the Iran war

French President Macron is visiting Cyprus as EU leaders respond to the impacts of the Iran war on Europe's energy prices and Mediterranean security.

Mar 9 • 15:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Zelensky: 11 countries have requested help from us for Iranian drones – including the USA and European states

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that 11 countries, including the U.S. and several European nations, have sought assistance from Ukraine in combating Iranian drones targeting Middle Eastern countries.

Mar 9 • 13:38 UTC

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