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“Was Lithuania asked for permission for nuclear weapons in Belarus?”: Vilnius renounces ...
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Fusion42 · 9 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Lithuania is moving to amend its Constitution to lift the ban on hosting nuclear weapons and foreign military bases in response to Russia's deployment of nuclear weapons in Belarus and Kaliningrad. The amendment requires a second vote in January 2027 and does not imply immediate deployment but signals a defensive posture within NATO.
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You need to assess the regulatory shift in Lithuania as a sign that NATO member states are recalibrating their defense postures in Eastern Europe. This constitutional change opens pathways for nuclear deterrence options that may affect regional security and alliance logistics.
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8 sources · first reported 12 Sep 2026 · latest 8 Oct 2026
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