Had a one of a kind visit to #Ukraine's #Volyn region, connected with Lithuania via joint centuries-long history & heritage, but also the strong determination to spear no efforts working towards the common European future. Lots of meetings, conversations, ideas for the future.

Today, a summer camp for the children of Ukraine’s defenders was opened at the General Jonas Žemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania. I have no doubt that here the children will experience what it means not only to be guests, but to feel at home—loved, welcomed, and valued. The

Ukraine has achieved tremendous progress in reforms. Especially during wartime while defending itself against Russian aggression. Now it is as important as ever to preserve the reform achievements to maintain the support needed to prevail over the enemy. EU in Ukraine

Great visit to another region of Ukraine – #Ternopil, with insightful conversations with local authorities, and participation at the national dialogue event on 🇺🇦's decentralization reform. A chance to pass the message on the need to preserve and build on reform achievements.

We are following with concern recent developments regarding Ukraine’s legislation weakening the independence of key anti-corruption institutions. Fighting the corruption, as well as preserving strong, independent institutions, are essential for advancing 🇺🇦’s European aspirations

Yesterday started early with a visit to Borodyanka to meet 🇺🇦 ambassadors who toured one of 🇱🇹's first reconstruction projects — a multifunctional school for the community. #Borodyanka is where it all began for us in 2022, and I’m proud of our strong partnership in recovery.

Lithuania has come decades in the fight against corruption, and it is not over yet. We have not succeeded in everything, and there are countless reasons for this. But the lesson of our success is very clear: this fight needs not only politicians willing to change, clean officers,

Met with our trusted partner Tymofiy Mylovanov of Kyiv School of Economics, who’s helping bring young Ukrainian talent back home to 🇺🇦 state institutions via 🇱🇹-financed "Create Ukraine" programme. Real change is driven by strong individuals who stand for transformative reforms within their institutions

🇱🇹 Vilnius is a city of free people! #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

Honored to have presented a 🇱🇹 Presidential award to Olga Stefanishyna for her relentless work bringing Ukraine closer to EU & NATO membership with personal charm, speed and unwavering commitment - qualities that make her #Lithuania’s great partner, ally and friend.

Lithuania will allocate €30 million for the purchase of Patriot systems for Ukraine, said Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė.

Great discussion at the "European Child Guarantee" Forum hosted by First Lady Olena Zelenska of Ukraine Fan Account & Taras Kachka . The #EuropeanChildGuarantee is a blueprint for focusing on what matters most & investing systemically to ensure no child is left behind. I shared 🇱🇹’s approach & lessons learned.

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Today, on #MedicalWorkersDay in Ukraine, we honor every selfless doctor, combat medic, nurse & medical professional who saves lives despite great danger. Grateful and committed, 🇱🇹medical workers volunteer to stand beside you—to help save defenders and the civilians they protect.

🇱🇹-funded "Create Ukraine" project is looking for young talented Ukrainians abroad to join advisory teams within the Government of Ukraine – ministries & key institutions – on national priority projects and the EU accession process. A paid, year-long opportunity to return home!

About the Program: foundation.kse.ua/en/create-ukra…

I am truly honored to receive the Presidential award from #Lithuania. It reflects the incredible support and partnership of Lithuania, which has been a steadfast ally to Ukraine on our path to EU and NATO membership. Amb Inga Tolockiene, highly appreciate our collaboration and

🧵1. On July 29, 2022, over 50 Ukrainian POWs – Azov Regiment Soldiers and defenders of Mariupol – were killed and 150+ wounded during an explosion in the Olenivka prison, in occupied Donetsk. A recent UN investigation confirms: russia is responsible for this deliberate massacre.

🇱🇹Embassy has partnered with Superhumans Center new center in #Dnipro to launch a lower-limb prosthetics program. 15 #veterans will receive custom-fitted prosthetics and training. Despite daily attacks, the center continues to restore mobility & independence to Ukraine’s defenders.

Another terrible night in Kyiv. russia continues to mock the civilized world. The only way to stop it is through force—economic and military. By proving that words are followed by decisive actions. By destroying russia’s sense of impunity. Not a single day can be wasted.