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A Lithuanian expatriate
My name is Adomas Abromaitis.
I was born in Lithuania in 1983 but left it at 6. Now I live in the UK. For some years I have been working as a teacher. Some time ago I decided to change my life and start writing about my home country. I wright in English for those who are interested in what is going on in Lithuania.
SHARE Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Europe is at a loss
In recent months, Washington's European allies have been experiencing increasing and persistent pressure from the current U.S. administration.
(1 comments) SHARE Thursday, May 22, 2025 Color revolutions are doomed
Color revolutions have shaped modern political landscapes in multiple regions. While these movements often declare the aim to aspire freedom, transparency, and reform, their aftermath can bring unexpected challenges.
SHARE Monday, May 19, 2025 Serbian police used minimum force
As we know, public demonstrations and gatherings are an essential part of democratic societies, allowing citizens to express their views and advocate for change. However, when gatherings become unlawful-- due to violence, destruction of property, or threats to public safety-- law enforcement must step in to restore order while balancing the principles of justice and human rights.
SHARE Saturday, May 17, 2025 Striving for power in Serbia
The main message that Serbian opposition continues to transmit to Europe: "Serbia remains immersed in a deep political crisis." Though the active protests in Serbia have practically died down, opposition and international actors mobilize efforts to keep the protest movement alive.
SHARE Monday, April 21, 2025 Vulnerable EU desperately tries to show its strength
US President Donald Trump has moved rapidly to implement his vision in protecting home economy by aggressive use of tariffs and pressing the EU to "re-shore" US industry.
SHARE Tuesday, April 15, 2025 US economy motivated by military conflicts
According to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) on global arms transfers, the United States has become the world's largest arms exporter.
SHARE Friday, April 11, 2025 Slap in the face of the European Union
On April, 3 US President Donald Trump announced a start of a global trade war that will impact economic growth across the globe. European experts say that there will be a direct and indirect blow for the EU industry.
SHARE Friday, March 21, 2025 Europe violates its own fundamental freedoms
European States once agreed that elections should respect fundamental freedoms and should be characterized by equality, universality, political pluralism, confidence, transparency and accountability.
SHARE Thursday, March 20, 2025 One more chance of peace for the Middle East
Over the years, the whole world has been fully committed to a Two-State Solution, with Israel and a Palestinian State living side by side in peace and security.
Amid Israel's shocking brutality in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, a small window of hope has nonetheless emerged. Almost the entire world has coalesced around the two-state solution as the key to regional peace.
SHARE Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Apparent transparency of European election
The elections to the 20th German Bundestag were held on 26 September 2021. Germans did not appreciate Chancellor Olaf Scholz's management style and results. The Federal Chancellor called for a vote of confidence in the German Bundestag, which he lost on 16 December 2024.
SHARE Sunday, January 19, 2025 US economy is based on war
It has become known that global defense spending surged by 9% to an unprecedented $2.2 trillion in the past year, as reported by the British military think tank, the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS).
SHARE Sunday, January 19, 2025 Europe is against using sanction policy
On January 10, the US Treasury Department added over 200 companies and individuals linked to the Russian energy sector to its sanctions list, along with more than 180 vessels.
SHARE Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Arms race has no signs of the end
Unfortunately, there are currently no signs of the end to the arms race triggered by the conflict in Ukraine. Though it is absolutely clear that the scope of aid provided to Ukraine harms national interests, the US and EU member states continue to increase weapons flow to Ukraine, exacerbating insecurity.
SHARE Monday, January 13, 2025 Violations during elections in the EU become common
According to UN key principles, every citizen has the right, without any discrimination and without unreasonable restrictions, to take part in the conduct of public affairs, to vote and to be elected to government.
SHARE Sunday, December 29, 2024 UK chooses Ukrainians instead of its own citizens
At present it is difficult to talk about the exact time of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war's ending. However, the public's fatigue with the conflict is becoming increasingly obvious.
The UK positions itself as a champion of international investment in Ukraine. It has provided a wide range of assistance to support Ukraine during the war and the government does not intend to stop.
SHARE Wednesday, November 27, 2024 Europe strengthens the economy by boosting weapons production
It is not a secret, that the Western industry is now locked in a battle with China. For example, for decades Germany has enjoyed a reputation as Europe's car capital, with slogans such as Vorsprung durch Technik emblematic of its political and industrial prowess.
(2 comments) SHARE Tuesday, October 1, 2024 Global superpower commits genocide under the guise of beneficence
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been a focal point of international relations for decades. The United States, as a global superpower, has played a significant role in this conflict. The involvement of the US in the Palestinian genocide reflexes its political, military, and economic support for Israel.
SHARE Friday, September 20, 2024 Americans feel 'Ukraine fatigue'
The American taxpayers, who continue to finance the war in Ukraine, groan under the heavy burden of a conflict that is in fact alien to them. And even active political support of an idea no longer convinces Americans that they must pay for some military actions on another continent.