Juozas Olekas, the Speaker of the Seimas, spoke about the recent raids conducted by the Special Investigation Service (STT) following a scheduled meeting with Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis to discuss the upcoming spring session of the Seimas. He remarked that while the meeting was routine, the recent events have altered the conversation surrounding it. Olekas highlighted that it's important to wait for the official assessments from the service before making any assumptions regarding the situation.

Olekas expressed concern about how the raids might impact the reputation of individual members of the Seimas and the integrity of the legislative institution itself. He acknowledged that such investigations can cast a shadow over public perception, indicating an underlying issue that warrants attention. Despite the unsettling situation, he noted that a colleague involved in the matter remained relatively calm, although they too felt discomfort over the unfolding events.

Additionally, the Speaker mentioned that he has yet to receive any formal inquiries from the prosecution regarding the legal immunity of politicians. He assured that the Seimas would await the investigation's findings and decisions to understand the full implications of these developments. This situation thus continues to create uncertainty and raises questions about accountability and the reputation of the legislative body in Lithuania.