Baltic Security Watch: Lithuania’s President Nausėda says Vilnius has intelligence of possible Russian “targeted kinetic operations” against critical infrastructure, with security tightened around transport and energy sites; the Kremlin dismisses it as “fearmongering,” while Latvia’s Rinkēvičs warns Russia may be preparing hybrid provocations to test NATO unity. Local Governance & Civil Readiness: Vilnius is considering a state of emergency over the waste sorting crisis in the Vilnius region, potentially allowing redistribution of sorting capacity and appointing an operations head, as officials warn the situation is becoming a “ticking time bomb.” Defense & Drones: Vilnius is also moving to fund mobile fire teams to shoot down drones, highlighting a shift toward practical counter-drone capability for internal security. Regional Diplomacy: Lithuania’s new PM Sinkevičius met Latvia’s president, stressing shared threat assessments, deeper Baltic defense cooperation (including drones/anti-drone), and priorities like Rail Baltica and Via Baltica. Sports & Politics: Nine EU countries, including Lithuania, urge the EU to cut funding to sports bodies after IOC moves to provisionally lift the ROC suspension; the IOC says the change is provisional and not a broader shift. Business & Innovation: Ignitis says a partnership with MIT will open new opportunities for Lithuanian talent and innovation. Culture & Community: A new nature retreat, Sanctum, has opened near Vilnius, built with timber and designed for stays and small events.