Lithuania to send 40 personnel to Hormuz escort, emphasizing non-symbolic commitment
The Lithuanian government is considering dispatching up to 40 military and civilian defense personnel to participate in the U.S.-led international operation aimed at ensuring navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz. The Foreign Minister emphasized this as a concrete operational contribution, not merely symbolic. Pending parliamentary approval, Lithuania plans to provide mine clearance experts, staff officers, and logistical support, demonstrating its commitment within the international security system.
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(Central News Agency reporter You Yao-ru, Vilnius, 13th exclusive report) The Lithuanian government recently stated that it will consider dispatching up to 40 military and civilian defense personnel to participate in the U.S.-led international operation aimed at ensuring navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz. The deployment awaits parliamentary approval. Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys emphasized that this move constitutes a concrete operational contribution, not merely symbolic participation.
The U.S. Department of State proposed the "Maritime Freedom Construct" late last month, which combines information sharing and diplomatic action with military coordination to maintain navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda subsequently stated that he had received an invitation from the U.S. to join the alliance, and the proposal would be submitted to the National Defense Council for discussion.
Lithuanian National Radio and Television (LRT) reported that the National Defense Council approved the proposal on the 11th, authorizing the dispatch of up to 40 soldiers and civilian defense personnel to join allies in international maritime security operations, ensuring freedom of navigation in this highly strategic waterway. The deployment still requires parliamentary approval.
According to reports, Budrys stated on the 12th, "Considering our capabilities, this is not symbolic, nor is it just planting a flag. It includes staff officers, planning officers, and we have expertise and specific capabilities in mine clearance, so we can certainly make a contribution."
Budrys also pointed out that this participation will also send a political signal, demonstrating Lithuania's willingness to take responsibility in the international security system.
According to reports, Nauseda stated that the final scale of participation will depend on U.S. requirements. Chief of Defense Raimundas Vaikšnoras stated that Lithuania can provide mine clearance experts, staff personnel, and logistical support.
In addition, the Lithuanian government also indicated that it is prepared to provide logistical assistance to the U.S. if necessary and open its military facilities for related operations. (Edited by: Tien Rui-hua) 1150513
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(Central News Agency reporter You Yao-ru, Vilnius, 13th exclusive report) The Lithuanian government recently stated that it will consider dispatching up to 40 military and civilian defense personnel to participate in the U.S.-led international operation aimed at ensuring navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz. The deployment awaits parliamentary approval. Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys emphasized that this move constitutes a concrete operational contribution, not merely symbolic participation.
The U.S. Department of State proposed the "Maritime Freedom Construct" late last month, which combines information sharing and diplomatic action with military coordination to maintain navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda subsequently stated that he had received an invitation from the U.S. to join the alliance, and the proposal would be submitted to the National Defense Council for discussion.
Lithuanian National Radio and Television (LRT) reported that the National Defense Council approved the proposal on the 11th, authorizing the dispatch of up to 40 soldiers and civilian defense personnel to join allies in international maritime security operations, ensuring freedom of navigation in this highly strategic waterway. The deployment still requires parliamentary approval.
According to reports, Budrys stated on the 12th, "Considering our capabilities, this is not symbolic, nor is it just planting a flag. It includes staff officers, planning officers, and we have expertise and specific capabilities in mine clearance, so we can certainly make a contribution."
Budrys also pointed out that this participation will also send a political signal, demonstrating Lithuania's willingness to take responsibility in the international security system.
According to reports, Nauseda stated that the final scale of participation will depend on U.S. requirements. Chief of Defense Raimundas Vaikšnoras stated that Lithuania can provide mine clearance experts, staff personnel, and logistical support.
In addition, the Lithuanian government also indicated that it is prepared to provide logistical assistance to the U.S. if necessary and open its military facilities for related operations. (Edited by: Tien Rui-hua) 1150513
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