Lithuania Orders Carl-Gustaf M4 Recoilless Rifles Worth $49M From Saab
Lithuania has ordered Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifles and training equipment from Swedish defense firm Saab in a deal worth $49 million.
Lockheed Martin Unveils Lithuania’s First HIMARS Launchers
Lockheed Martin, together with Lithuania’s Ministry of National Defence, has unveiled Lithuania’s first HIMARS launchers at the US company’s Camden site in Arkansas.
Lithuania Signs Deal for Additional HIMARS Battery From US
Lithuania has signed a supplemental agreement with the US to procure an additional battery of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems.
US Approves AIM-9X and Hellfire Missile Deals for NATO Allies
The US State Department has approved two separate foreign military sales packages covering missile systems and associated support for Lithuania and the Netherlands.
Lithuania Receives New Advanced Surface‑to‑Air Missile Systems
Lithuania has begun receiving new National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems, marking a fresh step in its effort to tighten protection of key military and civilian assets against aerial threats.
Saab to Supply Giraffe 1X Radars to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania
The US Army has awarded a roughly $24-million contract modification to Saab’s US subsidiary, Saab Inc., for the delivery of 10 Giraffe 1X radars to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
Lithuania to Deploy AI-Powered Logistics Robot
German defense firm Circus has secured a contract to deploy an autonomous, AI-powered sustainment robot for the Lithuanian Armed Forces, marking a step toward automation in frontline military logistics.
Poland Declines Joint Military Training Ground Plan With Lithuania
Poland has declined Lithuania’s proposal to jointly develop a military training area along their shared border.
Lithuania Open to Join US in Iran War if Asked
Lithuania would weigh sending troops to support the US in a conflict with Iran if Washington formally requested help.
Lithuania Becomes Largest JLTV Operator Outside US With 500 Vehicles Received
Lithuania has taken delivery of 500 US-made Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) as part of a foreign military sale with the US in 2019.
Lithuania Seeks $1B Funding to Boost Strategic Military Transport Links
Lithuania is seeking about $1.1 billion to develop critical military transport infrastructure as part of a broader $4.7 billion mobility project.
Lithuania Launches Campaign to Fund Robotic Systems for Ukraine’s Military
Lithuania has launched the fourth edition of the RADAROM! fundraising campaign for financing robotic systems for Ukraine’s armed forces.
KNDS to Supply 12 Leguan Bridge Layers for Lithuania
Lithuania has contracted KNDS Deutschland for the purchase of 12 Leguan bridge layers, expanding the country’s battlefield logistics support for its tanks and other combat vehicles.
Lithuania Delays Buying Embraer C-390 Amid Reprioritization
Lithuania’s State Defence Council has postponed itsplan to adopt Embraer C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft until after 2030, as the country redirects funding to other priority capabilities.
Spain Fields Crow Counter-Drone System in Lithuania
Spain has deployed its Crow counter-unmanned aerial system to Lithuania to support the detection, surveillance, and neutralization of drones.
Lithuania Approves Acquisition of 100 CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles
Lithuania’s State Defence Council has approved the acquisition of 100 CV90 MkIV infantry fighting vehicles.
Lithuania Buys More Bolide Missiles From Saab in $326M Deal
Lithuania is ensuring a continuous supply of Bolide missiles, deployed by the RBS 70 NG launcher, with a $326-million order from Saab.
Lithuania Receives Next-Generation Carl-Gustaf Grenade Launchers
Lithuania has accepted new Carl-Gustaf multi-purpose grenade launchers as part of a contract signed in late 2024 to reinforce the NATO country’s infantry firepower.
Saab Secures $148M Order From Lithuania for Mobile Air Defense Systems
Saab has secured a third order from Lithuania for its MSHORAD system, reinforcing the nation’s air defense network.
KNDS Secures 350 Leopard 2A8 Orders From Five NATO Countries
European defense company KNDS has reportedly received 350 orders for the Leopard 2 main battle tank’s latest build since 1992: the Leopard 2A8.
Lithuania Invests $278M to Modernize Training Area for US Rotational Forces
Lithuania is investing $278 million to expand and modernize the Pabradė Training Area while providing logistical support for US forces.
EU States Launch Mobility Corridor to Speed NATO Deployments
Eight European Union member states have signed a letter of intent aimed at streamlining military mobility across the continent.
Rheinmetall Starts Building $346M Artillery Ammunition Plant in Lithuania
Rheinmetall has begun building a new artillery ammunition plant in Lithuania’s Baisogala to boost NATO’s defense production.
In First, Ukraine Extradites Captured Russian Soldier for War Crimes Trial
Ukraine said it had handed over a captured Russian soldier to Lithuania, where he will be put on trial for alleged war crimes.
