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🇱🇹 Lrytas
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
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Corruption Case of the Plant Protection Service: STT Questioned Former Head J. Kornijenko

Former head of the Plant Protection Service, J. Kornijenko, was questioned by STT in connection to a corruption investigation involving multiple officials from the agency.

Feb 26 • 17:51 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
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

STT: Middle-aged man accused of defaming journalist

A middle-aged man faces charges of defaming journalist Ida Erämaa by sending her an abusive email, connected to her column on the relationship between the True Finns party and the media.

Feb 25 • 14:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VRK, STT, FNTT and the General Prosecutor's Office confirmed receiving a request regarding the financing of 'Aušra' members

Lithuania's electoral commission, along with anti-corruption and prosecutorial bodies, has received and registered a request concerning the financing of the political party 'Nemuno Aušra'.

Feb 25 • 11:47 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

LSDP Leader Rejects Possible Coalition with Democrats Until Their Leader's Role in STT Investigation is Clear

The leader of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party has dismissed the idea of forming a coalition with the Democrats until the role of their leader in a corruption investigation is clarified.

Feb 24 • 09:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

STT: Suzanne Innes-Stubb will not attend Melania Trump's meeting

Suzanne Innes-Stubb will not attend a meeting hosted by Melania Trump due to scheduling conflicts.

Feb 24 • 08:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the STT interrogation – M. Sinkevičius's message regarding G. Paluckas: "He will not hold the party hostage"

M. Sinkevičius addresses the situation surrounding G. Paluckas' recent interrogation, asserting that he will not hold the party hostage before any formal accusations are made.

Feb 20 • 14:17 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
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the STT Inquiry – G. Nausėda's Advice to G. Paluckas

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda advises politician G. Paluckas to resign to avoid casting a shadow on his party despite no legal obstacles preventing his continued membership.

Feb 19 • 13:39 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Sources: In investigating possible corruption in the Plant Production Service, the STT questioned former Deputy Minister R. Dūdonis

The investigation into potential corruption in Lithuania's Plant Production Service has led to the questioning of former Deputy Minister R. Dūdonis and another witness amid ongoing searches in political offices.

Feb 19 • 13:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

STT: Bad news for 15,000 customers of Asko and Sotka

Over 15,000 customers who made payments for products from Asko and Sotka are facing delivery issues due to the bankruptcy of their parent company, Indoor Group.

Feb 18 • 19:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

STT lays off 13 employees

STT has announced the layoff of 13 employees following the conclusion of its restructuring negotiations.

Feb 18 • 13:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Sad outcome in STT's restructuring negotiations

News agency STT has announced the termination of 13 employees following restructuring negotiations, resulting in a total reduction of 21 staff members.

Feb 18 • 13:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Ministry is preparing million-euro support for STT

The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications plans to prepare a state aid package of over one million euros to support the Finnish News Agency STT.

Feb 18 • 13:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Significant emergency funding for STT

The Finnish government is preparing to provide €1.05 million in state aid to the Finnish News Agency (STT) to ensure its continued operation amidst challenging market conditions.

Feb 18 • 13:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Ministry of Transport and Communications is initiating the preparation of state support for STT

The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications is preparing a one-time state support package of 1.05 million euros for the Finnish News Agency (STT) to ensure its continued operation.

Feb 18 • 13:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
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
🇱🇹 Lrytas
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
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After a day of discussions with STT officials, Paluckas has something to think about: "I will consider all calls"

Lithuanian politician G. Paluckas has undergone a lengthy interrogation regarding a criminal investigation into abuse and illegal enrichment, expressing his willingness to cooperate with authorities.

Feb 17 • 15:19 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
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
🇱🇹 15min
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
🇱🇹 Lrytas
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
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Gintautas Paluckas arrives at the interrogation in the STT case of abuse and illegal enrichment

Gintautas Paluckas, a former prime minister, is being interrogated as a special witness regarding allegations of abuse and illegal enrichment.

Feb 17 • 08:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
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
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

STT will question Saulius Skvernelis as a special witness on Tuesday

Saulius Skvernelis will be questioned as a special witness in a corruption case involving the State Plant Protection Service.

Feb 17 • 07:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Incident at STT shocked lawyers: this is low

Agnė Silickienė, a former advisor to Saulius Skvernelis, faced delays attending a corruption investigation at the STT due to her attorney's refusal to leave car keys in a designated cabinet.

Feb 14 • 09:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

From STT raids on Saulius Skvernelis – until the meeting with Linas Pernavas: revealed what is being discussed behind the scenes

Investigations surrounding significant STT raids and drug discoveries at the homes of Lithuanian politicians bring to light the ongoing discussions about corruption in the country.

Feb 13 • 17:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
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
🇱🇹 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
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Gintautas Paluckas was questioned by the STT as a special witness in an investigation into abuse and enrichment

Gintautas Paluckas has been questioned as a special witness in an investigation concerning allegations of abuse and illegal enrichment.

Feb 13 • 13:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

J. Olekas on the impact of STT searches on potential changes in the coalition: this brings a certain nuance

J. Olekas discussed the influence of recent STT raids on political dynamics and coalition possibilities in Lithuania, suggesting a cautious approach moving forward.

Feb 13 • 12:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
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
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media: The wife of MP L. Jonauskas works at the Plant Protection Service

The article discusses the resignation of E. Jonauskė from her advisory position in the Plant Protection Service amidst a large-scale corruption investigation involving government officials in Lithuania.

Feb 12 • 14:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

From A. Paulauskas - versions of why K. Starkevičius did not testify to the STT and why searches were needed

Former Speaker of the Seimas Artūras Paulauskas comments on the scandal surrounding the actions of the Special Investigations Service (STT) regarding MPs Saulius Skvernelis and Kazys Starkevičius.

Feb 12 • 12:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

STT: Employees of Askon and Sotka Will Not Be Paid

Employees of Askon and Sotka are facing unpaid wages as their parent company, Indoor Group, enters bankruptcy.

Feb 11 • 18:20 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

Former associate of S. Skvernelis not allowed into the STT hearing: 'This is an unprecedented case'

A. Silickienė, a former member of the party and the Central Electoral Commission, was barred from entering the STT hearing and commented on her connection with S. Skvernelis without providing clear answers.

Feb 11 • 12:14 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the STT Raids – I. Ruginienė's Reaction: 'Just go away and events start in Lithuania'

Lithuanian Prime Minister I. Ruginienė commented on recent STT raids, expressing her trust in law enforcement and suggesting that recent events require a reassessment of values in the country.

Feb 11 • 11:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Strange situation" and what is at stake: S. Malinauskas outlined what is important to understand about the STT searches at S. Skvernelis

Former advisor Skirmantas Malinauskas discusses the implications of former Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis's decision to remain as the leader of the Democratic Union 'For Lithuania' following investigations by the STT.

Feb 11 • 10:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

STT: Himos Resort Files for Bankruptcy

Himos Resort, a company involved in building and selling holiday cabins in Jämsä, Finland, has filed for bankruptcy according to reports from STT.

Feb 11 • 09:46 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
🇱🇹 15min
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
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

STT caught A. Avulis in a bribery case

A. Avulis was involved in a bribery case where several payments were made without raising suspicion among the involved parties.

Feb 11 • 06:17 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

ELTA Briefly: K. Starkevičius's Visit to the STT and Compensation for Kapčiamiesčio Residents

Lithuanian politician Kazys Starkevičius visited the Special Investigations Service (STT) amid ongoing corruption investigations, while residents of Kapčiamiesčio will receive additional compensation for property needs.

Feb 10 • 18:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Juozas Olekas: STT raids in the Seimas cast a shadow not only on parliamentarians but on the entire institution

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

Feb 10 • 17:43 UTC

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