Kęstutis Budrys
@BudrysKestutis
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania
Lithuania has come decades in the fight against corruption, and it is not over yet. We have not succeeded in everything, and there are countless reasons for this. But the lesson of our success is very clear: this fight needs not only politicians willing to change, clean officers,…
Today marks 85 years since Sumner Welles Declaration — a bold statement by U.S,🇺🇸denouncing the Soviet occupation of Lithuania🇱🇹, Latvia🇱🇻, and Estonia🇪🇪. At a time when 3 Baltic States were forcibly annexed by the Soviet Union, the United States declared it would never recognize…
Lithuania stands together with its #NATO allies in condemning Russia’s malicious cyber& hybrid activities against our nations. It’s unacceptable. Russia must halt its reckless and destabilizing behaviour& respect the international norms of responsible state conduct in cyberspace.
Statement of condemnation by the North Atlantic Council concerning Russian malicious cyber activities Tap the image to read the statement ↓
Great news - 🇪🇺18th sanctions package got a green light! With that Europe unleashes a sanctions’ strike Russia can’t ignore - targeting the heart of its war economy. With further sanctions on over 100 shadow fleet vessels, 22 Russian banks, ban on Nordstream 1 and 2 and lowering…
A productive Lublin Triangle meeting today. Strengthening #Ukraine remains our top priority. International support must enable 🇺🇦 not only to endure but to defeat Russian aggression. The security of Ukraine and Europe is indivisible. Full membership of 🇺🇦 in the #EU and #NATO is…
Lublin Triangle - strong together. 🇱🇹🇵🇱🇺🇦 @sikorskiradek @andrii_sybiha
In Poland today with 🇵🇱 @sikorskiradek& 🇺🇦@andrii_sybiha for a Lublin Triangle meeting. The Lublin Triangle 🇱🇹🇵🇱🇺🇦 is a symbol of our unity& readiness to address challenges together. While our adversaries try to break us apart, we have each other’s backs. Like centuries ago,…
Europe must stop dragging its feet. We need to move decisively with tougher sanctions and greater support for Ukraine🇺🇦. After yesterday’s announcements, it’s clear that leadership is once again coming from the U.S.🇺🇸. Europe must rise to the moment and do the same. We call for…
China’s trade and industrial policies are aimed at achieving technological dominance on a global scale. Along with this comes the spread of the authoritarian influence. This is a serious challenges to the #EU🇪🇺, which has to be addressed with determination. Unfair trade…
It was great to catch up with 🇺🇦 Foreign Minister @andrii_sybiha & 🇺🇦 Defense Minister @rustem_umerov in Rome. #Lithuania's support for #Ukraine remains unwavering. Ukraine's security is Europe's security.
Tariffs have never been an effective solution to real economic challenges throughout history. #EU🇪🇺 has always stood firmly in support of fair trade, guided by internationally agreed rules and regulations. In the current circumstances, it is crucial to avoid any escalation in…
En ce 14 Juillet, j’adresse mes vœux les plus sincères au peuple #français et à mon cher collègue ministre @jnbarrot. Nous célébrons notre amitié et notre partenariat stratégique – fondés sur des valeurs communes au sein de l’UE, de l’OTAN et pour la stabilité et la prospérité…
Engaging young professionals in public service is essential as 🇺🇦 moves toward 🇪🇺 membership. At #URC2025 together with @Svyrydenko_Y and @BudrysKestutis agreed to scale up the “Create Ukraine” program, which empowers talented Ukrainians abroad to return home and contribute to…
Every child deserves a safe place to learn. Today, at #URC2025, we signed 🇱🇹-🇺🇦 agreement on education cooperation. Lithuania will contribute €21M to help rebuild #Ukraine’s education system. This investment will build a modern school hub in Zhytomyr& help schools and…
Lithuania stands beside Ukraine as a true partner in recovery, reconstruction& transformation. At #URC25 today, we signed a strategic memorandum to scale up the "Create #Ukraine" program, modeled after Lithuania’s successful "Create Lithuania." This program empowers the next…
The #ECHR ruling re-confirmed what has long been known: Russia is responsible for the downing of flight MH17 — the loss of 298 innocent lives, and for the deep, lasting pain inflicted on their loved ones. Yesterday, in solemn silence I honoured the memory of the victims at the…
Another night of terror in Ukraine — Russia has unleashed the largest aerial assault since the start of the full-scale invasion. Over 700 drones and missiles devastated Lutsk and other cities, causing destruction not seen since 2022. This is not just war — it is systematic state…
Thank you for the warm welcome in the Netherlands, Caspar @ministerBZ! 🇱🇹🤝🇳🇱
Thank you, @BudrysKestutis, for your visit to The Hague. #Lithuania and the Netherlands are strong and like-minded EU and NATO partners, including on security, defense, and trade. We stand firm and united in our resolve to support Ukraine and persist in pressure on Russia. 1/2
Productive meeting in The Hague today with my Dutch colleague Caspar Veldkamp @ministerBZ. Europe is at a turning point. Our security hinges on strengthening European defence and ensuring #Ukraine prevails. Committed to deepening 🇱🇹–🇳🇱 security and economic ties and driving…
