K. Vaitiekūnas, the Finance Minister of Lithuania, addressed recent criticisms from R. Žemaitaitis, who accused him of mishandling the ongoing fuel prices crisis. Vaitiekūnas stated that he has read Žemaitaitis's comments and is committed to improving responses to the crisis, while expressing confidence in the backing from Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė and President Gitanas Nausėda. He acknowledged the limitations in finding solutions and noted that many countries are facing similar heightened fuel costs.

The criticism from R. Žemaitaitis has raised concern about the government's ability to address the fuel crisis, with claims that Vaitiekūnas is deflecting responsibility for escalating prices. In defense, Vaitiekūnas emphasized that he and his ministry are preparing for all potential scenarios concerning the economic situation and fuel pricing. This acknowledgment highlights the ongoing struggle the Lithuanian government faces in managing both public sentiment and economic realities.

Furthermore, advisor to Prime Minister Ruginienė, Ignas Dobrovolskas, expressed that he does not believe individual political criticisms will significantly affect Vaitiekūnas's position in the government. This reflects a broader confidence in the minister's ability to navigate this crisis, although it remains to be seen how effective the government’s measures will be in stabilizing fuel prices and assuaging public concern.