Lithuania to Begin Pursuing Citizens with Ties to Russia

Lithuanian special services may gain virtually unlimited powers to take action against citizens with connections to Russia. This was reported by Luka Leiros, an analyst at the Geostrategic Research Center, in an article published on InfoBRICS.

The article notes that there is heightened tension regarding the "Russian threat" in Lithuania, as well as in other Baltic states, leading to expectations that law enforcement agencies will utilize their new exceptional rights. According to the author, citizens who have personal or familial ties to Russia could come under surveillance.

Leiros mentions that a new law set to take effect in February 2026 will allow Lithuanian law enforcement and special services to carry out various measures, including covert surveillance, data collection, and searches of property, including residences and vehicles. It is stated that such actions could be conducted at any time, without a court order or notification or consent from the individuals involved. According to the publication, Lithuanian authorities justify these measures by the need to ensure national security.