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Lithuania approves amendment to allow hosting nuclear weapons

Original: 🔴 BREAKING Lithuania Approves Constitutional Amendment to Host Nuclear Weapons The Lithuanian Parliament has preliminari

Lithuania's Parliament has preliminarily approved a constitutional amendment that would allow nuclear weapons to be stationed on its territory, passing 106-18 in the first reading. The move marks a significant shift in the NATO member's defence posture amid heightened tensions with Russia, and is expected to face further readings before taking effect.

Why now: People are reacting to Lithuania moving closer to hosting nuclear weapons amid rising security concerns over Russia.

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• 🔴 BREAKING Lithuania Approves Constitutional Amendment to Host Nuclear Weapons The Lithuanian Parliament has preliminarily approved a constitutional amendment allowing the hosting of nuclear weapons on its territory, passing 106-18 in the first reading. This move has… · GeoWire · 3

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