Eastern Flank Security: Latvia and other NATO sources warn Russia could stage hybrid provocations against the Baltic states or Poland to test alliance cohesion, especially as Ukraine hits targets near Moscow and St. Petersburg. NATO Readiness Tech: A NATO-aligned hackathon in Germany tested a new coalition data-sharing system for Eastern Flank Deterrence, with Lithuania among the militaries accessing the network. Lithuanian Politics: President Gitanas Nausėda nominated Social Democrat Mindaugas Sinkevičius as prime minister after the government’s coalition reshuffle, with defence and security named as top priorities. Diplomacy & China: Inga Šimonytė criticised the coalition’s handling of Foreign Minister Gabrielius Budrys’ role in a China dispute, saying Lithuania should not be humiliated in any outcome. Disaster Response: Lithuania is preparing a possible relief mission to quake-hit Venezuela, including up to 40 specialists and 30 tonnes of medical and emergency equipment. Energy Policy: EU energy ministers agreed the Council’s negotiating position on faster permitting and upgrades for cross-border grids, while Lithuania is among countries pushing to delay methane-import obligations. Environment & Farming: Lithuanian-linked research found phosphorus from recycled materials can become easier for plants to access, pointing to more sustainable fertiliser use.