Šimonytė concedes defeat in Lithuania s presidential run-off lrt.lt - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from lrt.lt Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Gitanas Nauseda appears set to secure a second term in Lithuania's presidential runoff, driven by a campaign focused on security issues. Nauseda, an economist and independent candidate, led the first round of voting. Both Nauseda and opponent Ingrida Simonyte emphasize the need for increased defense spending amid fears of Russian aggression.
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Gitanas Nauseda, Lithuania's current president, announced his re-election following a campaign focused on security concerns due to neighboring Russia. With nearly 90% of votes counted, Nauseda leads significantly. Both Nauseda and runner-up Simonyte support increased defense spending, but differ on social policies. Nauseda aims to bolster Lithuania's defense capabilities.
Nausėda claims landslide victory in Lithuania s presidential run-off lrt.lt - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from lrt.lt Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.