The Lithuanian news outlet Lrytas reported that members of the political group "aušriečiai," specifically Karolis Neimantas and Dainoras Bradauskas, were scheduled to fly to Hungary for an event, while Tadas Sadauskis opted out. Sources suggest that R. Žemaitaitis and Ignotas Adomavičius expressed interest in attending the event, having already visited Hungary in January, but ultimately decided against it due to internal political considerations.

The situation grew more complicated as informal discussions among the "aušriečiai" indicated that R. Žemaitaitis received indications not to attend the event himself and to send someone else instead. This advice was reportedly linked to a concern over the implications of his presence, especially regarding the backdrop of antisemitism that has been associated with his political actions. The withdrawal highlights the sensitivity surrounding political representation and public perception in the lead-up to significant events.

Moreover, the Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is looking to positively engage the local Jewish community as elections approach, which may correlate with the apprehensions surrounding R. Žemaitaitis. This incident raises questions about political strategy, the impact of public statements, and the dynamics between Lithuanians and the Jewish community, reflecting ongoing tensions in Eastern European politics.