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Antanas Rašinskas, the chairman of the Šilalė political prisoners and exiles union, has passed away, prompting condolences from Lithuania's Parliamentary Speaker Juozas Olekas.

Political scientist Vytautas Dumbliauskas critiques the Social Democrats’ decision-making following a visit to Hungary sanctioned by Juozas Olekas' crucial vote.

The Lithuanian Seimas has appointed Artūras Drigotas as a judge of the Constitutional Court following a unanimous vote.

Juozas Olekas advocates for granting 16-year-olds the right to vote in local elections in Lithuania, suggesting it would encourage political engagement among youth.

Juozas Olekas spoke at a convention for Lithuanian political prisoners and exiles, emphasizing the importance of remembering the sacrifices made for freedom.

Juozas Olekas and Kęstutis Budrys are set to meet to discuss current foreign policy issues, particularly in the context of sanctions and ongoing geopolitical tensions.

The opposition's initiative to dismiss Speaker Juozas Olekas failed due to the absence of governing coalition representatives during the vote, while Angelė Jakavonytė took her oath in parliament as she returned to replace Kazys Starkevičius.

Juozas Olekas criticized the Lithuanian Seimas for wasting half a day on a failed confidence vote due to the absence of ruling coalition members.

Juozas Olekas argues that the opposition's initiative for a no-confidence vote lacks sufficient legal grounds and is politically motivated.

The ruling parties in Lithuania have confirmed they will not participate in the vote of no confidence against parliamentary speaker Juozas Olekas, which could impact future governance efforts.

MP Mindaugas Lingė claims that Speaker of the Seimas, Juozas Olekas, has become a symbol of undermining the Constitution due to his nomination of candidates for the Constitutional Court.

Juozas Olekas defends himself against a vote of no confidence procedure initiated by the opposition, asserting that it lacks foundation.

The Lithuanian parliament is set to vote on a no-confidence motion against Juozas Olekas, the Chairman of the Seimas, due to allegations of failing to demonstrate leadership and engage in dialogue with various factions.

Juozas Olekas emphasizes the importance of safeguarding and reinforcing the values declared on March 11, highlighting national security and demographic sustainability during a parliamentary ceremony.

Juozas Olekas emphasizes the strength of national unity and civic courage on the anniversary of Lithuania's independence restoration.

The Lithuanian Seimas has initiated its spring session, highlighting a work program that includes over 500 legislative proposals to be discussed in the coming weeks.

Juozas Olekas discusses the procedure of distrust initiated against him, calling it a sacred duty of the opposition to question governmental authority.

Juozas Olekas expresses optimism that the opposition will cooperate in the legislative process regarding the amendments to the LRT governance model without resorting to procedural disruptions.

Juozas Olekas discusses a proposed regulation on in vitro fertilization that aims to enhance women's rights and improve Lithuania's demographic situation.

Juozas Olekas, the Speaker of the Seimas, expresses concern over the effectiveness of certain institutions amidst revelations from journalistic investigations highlighting deficiencies in law enforcement's work.

Parliament leader Juozas Olekas stated that the current proposal regarding LRT closely aligns with the Venice Commission's recommendations, especially concerning the funding of the national broadcaster.

Juozas Olekas expressed support for Kazio Starkevičius' decision to step down from his parliamentary role, emphasizing the importance of individual choices in such circumstances.

Juozas Olekas stated that the relevant agencies should provide an assessment regarding the funding for the 'Austerians' after their investigations are complete.

Lithuania's parliament has already spent over 145,000 euros on trips this year, prompting officials to call for more cautious evaluation of future travel invitations.

Seimas Chairman Juozas Olekas discussed proposed amendments to the LRT law aimed at enhancing protections for journalists in Lithuania.

Lithuania's parliament aims to expedite the presentation of amendments to the LRT law while the central bank proposes tighter regulations on payment operations to combat financial fraud.

Juozas Olekas emphasized the necessity of continuing existing commitments and avoiding hasty decisions regarding coalition composition changes amidst criticism and ongoing investigations involving partners.

Juozas Olekas anticipates that the recommendations from the Venice Commission regarding amendments to the national public broadcaster LRT will be available before the upcoming spring parliamentary session.

Lithuanian parliamentary speaker Juozas Olekas advocates for the return of over 100,000 emigrants, emphasizing the need for consistent reemigration policies during a conference on demography.

A working group led by Speaker of the Seimas Juozas Olekas suggested defining the mission of the national broadcaster LRT in legislation, but opinions on this matter varied among members.

Politician L. Girskienė sparked controversy with a social media post, prompting a call from Seimas Chairman J. Olekas for higher political decorum among lawmakers.

Politician Juozas Olekas supports that the conditions for dismissing an LRT director should align with the terms under which they were hired, opposing any changes that pertain to their current term.

Juozas Olekas asserts that Lithuania can only restore economic relations with Belarus if peace is achieved in Ukraine alongside the resolution of related issues.

In a recent incident, Lithuanian parliament member Ligitai Girskiene posted a photo suggesting another member, Eugenijus Gentvilas, appeared to be intoxicated, prompting condemnation from Parliament Speaker Juozas Olekas who called for more sober behavior among lawmakers.

The Lithuanian Parliament has extended the deadline for a working group reviewing the management of LRT, allowing them until February 24 to complete their project.

Democrats in Lithuania are proposing Inga Barišauskė as a replacement for Agnė Silickienė on the Electoral Commission, as indicated by the Speaker of the Seimas, Juozas Olekas, who has registered a motion regarding this.

A working group in Lithuania has reached a consensus that the dismissal of the LRT director requires a two-thirds majority of council votes, aligning with a proposal from the Speaker of the Seimas, Juozas Olekas.

Juozas Olekas discussed the implications of recent STT raids in the Seimas, emphasizing the need for thorough investigation before drawing conclusions.

Mindaugas Sinkevičius praised the work of Seimas Speaker Juozas Olekas, noting that he has the backing of the ruling coalition.

Lithuanian MP Juozas Olekas expresses concern over raids conducted by the Special Investigation Service in the offices of two parliament members, emphasizing the impact on parliament's reputation.

Juozas Olekas expressed concern over recent police searches in the Lithuanian parliament, highlighting the impact on the legislature's reputation and public trust.

A total of 34 parliamentarians from various parties expressed distrust in Seimas Speaker Juozas Olekas due to his controversial proposals.

Juozas Olekas criticized the practice of exchanging resolutions between the European Parliament and national parliaments, questioning its validity while acknowledging the importance of expressing opinions.

The working group, led by Seimas Chairman Juozas Olekas, will evaluate over 150 pages of proposals from lawmakers, media organizations, and other stakeholders concerning the governance and funding of the Lithuanian National Radio and Television (LRT).

Juozas Olekas expresses his support for Mindaugas Sinkevičius in the upcoming Social Democrats' leadership elections, highlighting Sinkevičius' active participation and unifying character.

Juozas Olekas expresses his readiness to answer any questions from the opposition regarding their no-confidence motion while affirming his confidence from colleagues in parliament.

Juozas Olekas, along with the speakers of the parliaments of Latvia and Estonia, visited Moldova to discuss European integration and regional challenges, emphasizing historical ties and support for Moldova's European path.

Members of the Seimas are proposing to dismiss the chairman Juozas Olekas due to concerns about constitutional governance and the necessary trust from both the majority and opposition.