Lithuanian-US Defence Update: Lithuania’s defence minister says the rotation cycle is ongoing and the country is waiting for answers on the next US deployment; about 1,000 American troops and equipment have left after the last rotation, and Lithuania could host over 1,500 troops. Migration Solidarity: Cyprus and Lithuania signed a memorandum to relocate applicants for international protection from Cyprus to Lithuania under the EU migration pact, as a first practical solidarity step. EU Climate Rules: EU economy ministers agreed to restrict when the bloc can suspend its carbon emissions fee on imports, aiming to reduce uncertainty for low-carbon investment; Lithuania was among countries that declined support. Pay Transparency: Lithuania is among the first EU states transposing the EU Pay Transparency Directive, expanding employer duties around recruitment pay disclosure and gender-neutral pay structures. Security & Drones: A German army brigade in Lithuania is deploying hundreds of drones during NATO exercises, while separate reporting says a Ukrainian-proven Helsing HX-2 drone was successfully trialed by US soldiers in Lithuania. Belarus Crackdown: Human Rights Watch reports Belarus is running searches and detentions targeting the European Humanities University community, including in Vilnius-linked history. Local Life: A Vilnius-area “Labas Vasara” summer community event is set for June 13 in Mullingar Rugby Club. Sports: Lithuania played Thailand in Day 2 of the 2026 World Cup of Darts, with group-stage action continuing in Frankfurt.