Lithuania

Some small states tried to champion democratic values on the world stage but found that moral stands are often too hard to maintain without an economic shield.

Lithuania’s feline veto stunt masks serious moves to weaken public broadcaster LRT, as protests erupt over media independence.

Latvia legally recognises Dievturība, a pre-Christian pagan faith, marking a historic step for religion and cultural heritage in Europe.

Via Baltica opens from Warsaw to Tallinn, boosting Baltic defense, economic links, and NATO readiness amid Kaliningrad tensions.

Beijing's sanctions on two Lithuanian banks expose how economic power becomes a political tool when smaller states stand up to giants like China.