Lithuanian Presidential Candidate Sounds Alarm: Russia's Aggression Looms

Minsk Museum Interview: Lithuanian Presidential Candidate Warns of Russia's Aggression Minsk, Belarus – In a recent interview filmed at the Belarusian State Museum of the Great Patriotic War, Edvardas Vaičius, a Lithuanian politician and 2024 presidential candidate, expressed serious concerns about the potential for further Russian aggression. The interview, conducted in Russian, took place on May 15th, 2025, against the backdrop of military exhibits. Vaičius stated, "Russia is an aggressor. They want to destroy the whole world." He linked this concern to the current geopolitical climate and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He also highlighted the importance of diplomacy to prevent war. The interview provides a unique perspective from a Lithuanian politician on the regional tensions and the potential impact on Lithuania. The interview's setting, the Belarusian State Museum of the Great Patriotic War, itself serves as a powerful visual reminder of the history of conflict in the region. This adds a layer of significance to Vaičius's warnings about the potential for renewed conflict. The interview underscores the need for continued vigilance and diplomatic efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region.