Lithuania's Defence Minister on Forcing Putin to Negotiate Through Pressure

The Necessity of Pressure on Russia

• ⚡ Russia only understands pressure, which can be applied through supplying Ukraine with weapons and imposing sanctions.
• ⚠️ If Russia does not feel pain from sanctions, they will not cease their actions, as evidenced by their continued slow advance.
• 💡 The myth of the Russian army's greatness is largely unfounded, as they have been unable to annihilate Ukraine after years of conflict.

Lithuania's Border Defense Initiatives

• 🚧 Lithuania is fortifying its border with Belarus by constructing a deep defensive barrier, including minefields and anti-tank ditches.
• 🛡️ The plan involves buying and producing various types of mines, including anti-tank and anti-personnel mines.
• 🌍 A strategic message is being sent by the five countries bordering Russia and Belarus (Finland, Baltic states, Poland) to prevent Russian soldiers from entering their territory.

NATO's Defense Spending and Urgency

• 📈 Lithuania is committing 5-6% of its national income to defense, exceeding most other NATO members.
• 🚀 While NATO has