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National & Local

Media: Former Head of the Plant Protection Service J. Kornijenko Questioned by STT on Thursday

Former Head of the Plant Protection Service J. Kornijenko was questioned by the Special Investigation Service (STT) amidst a corruption scandal linked to the agency, while another suspect, Marijanas Taraškevičius, also faced interrogation.

Feb 26 • 18:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Charges against three municipal council members in the 'Chekiukai' case

Three municipal council members in Lithuania face allegations of misuse of power and fraud regarding false expense reports.

Feb 26 • 15:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Prosecutor's Office has started assessing K. Žukauskas' request regarding the 'Auspicious Ones', assigned STT to investigate another part

The Lithuanian Prosecutor's Office is investigating a request about the financial dealings of the 'Nemuno aušra' political party and has directed the Special Investigation Service to examine related allegations of illegal influence on an independent institution's decisions.

Feb 26 • 13:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Former Head of the Klaipeda Branch of the Plant Production Department A. Motuzas Confirmed That He Was Interviewed by the STT

A. Motuzas, the former head of the Klaipeda branch of the Plant Production Department, confirmed that he was interrogated by the Special Investigation Service as a witness in a preliminary investigation related to large-scale corruption.

Feb 20 • 08:31 UTC
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National & Local

STT on Initiated Changes to the Penal Code: We Have No Data on Possible Illegal Compensation for Actions in the Seimas

The Lithuanian Special Investigation Service reports a lack of evidence regarding illegal lobbying amid ongoing discussions about changes to the Penal Code in the Seimas.

Feb 18 • 09:13 UTC
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National & Local

ELTA briefly: The STT interviewed G. Paluckas and S. Skvernelis as special witnesses

Former Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas and Democratic Union leader Saulius Skvernelis were interviewed as special witnesses in separate corruption investigations by Lithuania's Special Investigations Service.

Feb 17 • 17:17 UTC
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National & Local

Raids in the offices of politicians, visits by the Special Investigative Service, and an interrogation reminiscent of a performance: everything we know so far

Last week, raids took place in the homes and offices of two members of the Lithuanian Parliament as part of a widespread corruption investigation.

Feb 17 • 16:05 UTC
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National & Local

BNS Sprint: Politicians' Polls at the Special Investigation Service, Free Russia Forum in Vilnius

The article discusses recent polling of politicians at the Special Investigation Service and highlights the Free Russia Forum held in Vilnius.

Feb 17 • 15:00 UTC
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National & Local

Saulius Skvernelis Arrives for STT Interrogation: Discusses His Tactics

Saulius Skvernelis commented on his next steps as he arrived for interrogation by the Special Investigation Service (STT) in light of a corruption investigation involving searches at his and a colleague's premises.

Feb 17 • 10:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

S. Skvernelis Arrives for STT Interrogation: Special Witness Examination Will Take Place

Lithuanian politician S. Skvernelis confirmed that a special witness interrogation regarding potential corruption in the State Plant Protection Service will occur today.

Feb 17 • 10:53 UTC
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National & Local

Gintautas Paluckas, after questioning by STT, claims to be calm and will not leave his party

Gintautas Paluckas has expressed calmness after a questioning session with the Special Investigation Service (STT) and confirmed he will not leave the Social Democratic Party.

Feb 17 • 10:15 UTC
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National & Local

STT will question Saulius Skvernelis on Tuesday

This marks the first questioning of Saulius Skvernelis by the Special Investigation Service (STT) concerning ongoing corruption investigations.

Feb 17 • 08:19 UTC
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National & Local

Former Prime Minister G. Paluckas With Special Witness Status Arrived at STT

Gintautas Paluckas, a former Prime Minister of Lithuania, visited the Special Investigation Service (STT) in connection with an ongoing investigation where he has been granted special witness status.

Feb 17 • 07:58 UTC
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National & Local

ELTA briefly: G. Paluckas questioned by the Special Investigation Service and the battle over a street named after a pedophile

The Lithuanian Special Investigation Service has questioned former Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas as a special witness in a preliminary investigation regarding abuse and illegal enrichment.

Feb 13 • 16:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Reactions After News About G. Paluckas Being Questioned by the STT: Calls to Slow Down

Following news of G. Paluckas being questioned as a special witness by the Special Investigation Service (STT), officials urge caution in making political judgments until legal conclusions are reached.

Feb 13 • 15:22 UTC
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National & Local

Arūnas Valinskas is convinced: 'There is a cross for Skvernelis' career'

Arūnas Valinskas claims that Saulius Skvernelis' political career may be in jeopardy following a corruption investigation involving the Special Investigation Service in Lithuania.

Feb 13 • 15:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

STT questioned G. Paluckas as a special witness

The Special Investigation Service (STT) has questioned Gintautas Paluckas in connection with an ongoing investigation into possible corruption and illegal enrichment.

Feb 13 • 13:57 UTC
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National & Local

The lawyer criticized G. Nausėda's words regarding STT raids: 'It would have been more honest'

A lawyer has questioned President Gitanas Nausėda's comments suggesting that the Special Investigation Service (STT) had grounds to conduct searches in the offices and homes of certain parliament members.

Feb 12 • 18:22 UTC
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National & Local

The Parliament Chancellery refused to provide information about Agnė Silickienė's work in the Seimas to social democrats

The Lithuanian Parliament Chancellery denied a request for information concerning Agnė Silickienė's tenure in the Seimas, citing personal data protection.

Feb 12 • 15:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

It is impossible to compare, but let’s compare: how G. Nausėda spoke about G. Palucko's scandals, and how now - about S. Skvernelis?

The article discusses the contrasting remarks made by Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda regarding scandals involving politicians G. Palucko and S. Skvernelis amidst ongoing investigations by the Special Investigation Service.

Feb 11 • 18:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

ELTA Briefly: A. Silickienė's Interrogation by the STT Succeeds on the Second Attempt and Discussions on Taiwan's Representation Name

The Lithuanian Special Investigations Service successfully interrogated Agnė Silickienė regarding possible corruption, while discussions about Taiwan's representation continue.

Feb 11 • 16:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Starkevičius refused to testify to the STT: what does it mean?

K. Starkevičius, a politician in Lithuania, has declined to testify to the Special Investigation Service, a decision supported by legal experts who affirm his right to do so under the Constitution.

Feb 11 • 08:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media: K. Starkevičius refused to testify to the STT officials

Lithuanian politician K. Starkevičius visited the Special Investigation Service but did not provide comments or testimonies regarding an ongoing investigation.

Feb 11 • 07:38 UTC
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National & Local

Leader of LVŽS: The STT Raids in the Seimas Will Not Increase Trust in the Political System

A Lithuanian lawmaker commented that recent raids by the Special Investigation Service in the Seimas have further undermined public trust in the political system, highlighting issues within the political framework.

Feb 11 • 06:58 UTC
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National & Local

Lawyers Explain Skvernelis and Starkevičius Situation: Could They Go 'All In'?

Lithuanian politicians Saulius Skvernelis and Kazys Starkevičius are under investigation by the Special Investigation Service, with the former arriving for questioning but providing no comments.

Feb 11 • 03:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

G. Nausėda evaluated the STT searches in the Seimas: this is a kind of cleansing process

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda commented on the recent searches conducted by the Special Investigation Service (STT) in the Seimas, describing it as a necessary part of combating corruption.

Feb 10 • 19:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"A mega investigation is underway": what the search at S. Skvernelis and K. Starkevičius means and the significance of the special witness

An investigation into the State Plant Health Service has unexpectedly expanded to involve politicians S. Skvernelis and K. Starkevičius.

Feb 10 • 12:23 UTC
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National & Local

K. Starkevičius Arrived for STT Inquiry but Didn't Stay Long

Lithuanian politician K. Starkevičius arrived for an inquiry by the Special Investigation Service (STT) but did not provide comments after his brief visit.

Feb 10 • 10:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

ELTA Briefly: STT Raids in S. Skvernelis' and K. Starkevičius' Offices and the Annual Synchronization

The Special Investigation Service (STT) carried out searches at the offices of Lithuanian politicians Saulius Skvernelis and Kazys Starkevičius amid an investigation into potential corruption in the State Plant Production Inspectorate.

Feb 9 • 16:44 UTC
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National & Local

STT conducted searches assesses Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė

Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė commented on the recent searches conducted by the Special Investigation Service (STT) at the offices and homes of politicians, indicating it may increase public distrust in politics.

Feb 9 • 12:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Žuromskas claims to have contacted the STT regarding possible bribery of the dismissed deputy minister

K. Žuromskas alleges possible bribery related to a recently dismissed deputy minister and has reported the matter to the Special Investigation Service of Lithuania.

Feb 9 • 12:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Following STT Raids, K. Starkevičius Temporarily Suspends Membership in TS-LKD

K. Starkevičius has announced the temporary suspension of his membership in the TS-LKD party amid an investigation by the Special Investigation Service into a large-scale corruption case.

Feb 9 • 12:04 UTC
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National & Local

Response of the Seimas Chancellor to STT actions regarding Skvernelis: 'I am neither his wife nor his child'

Seimas Chancellor comments on the actions of the Special Investigation Service linked to a corruption investigation involving former Prime Minister Skvernelis.

Feb 9 • 10:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Scandalous Raids in the Parliament: Strict Reaction from L. Kasčiūnas, Silence from Democrats, and J. Oleko's Verdict for S. Skvernelis

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.

Feb 9 • 09:43 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Impressive sums and even gold: what is happening with the Plant Protection Service, which the STT knocked on the doors of S. Skvernelis and K. Starkevičius

The article discusses the shocking details surrounding the Plant Protection Service in Lithuania, which has come under investigation by the Special Investigation Service (STT) due to allegations involving large sums of money and gold.

Feb 9 • 09:16 UTC
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Crime & Justice

The preliminary investigation against Telšiai council member Algirdas Bacevičius regarding 'checks' has been discontinued

The Special Investigation Service and the Prosecutor General's Office announced the discontinuation of the investigation into Telšiai council member Algirdas Bacevičius due to insufficient evidence of criminal activities related to forgery, fraud, and abuse of office.

Feb 5 • 16:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

After the STT decision – The General Prosecutor's step regarding VMI trading in confiscated cars

The General Prosecutor has taken action regarding the trading of confiscated cars by the VMI following a decision from the Special Investigations Service that declined to initiate a preliminary investigation into reported violations.

Feb 3 • 11:57 UTC

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