Lithuania's Defense Minister: Increase NATO Spending or Learn Russian

Lithuania's Defense Minister Issues Stark Warning to NATO: Increase Spending or Learn Russian. Vilnius, Lithuania – Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovile Sakaliene delivered a pointed message to her NATO counterparts, urging immediate action to bolster defense spending. Sakaliene's statement, captured in a recent video, carries significant weight given the ongoing geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe. "We have to visibly see the force that we have, and that means it has to get tougher," Sakaliene stated, underscoring the need for increased defense industry capabilities and armed forces. She issued a stark warning: failure to act within the next few years could result in a far more precarious situation, potentially leading to a need for drastic measures. The video shows Sakaliene speaking against a backdrop of NATO flags, emphasizing the collective nature of the challenge. This urgent appeal highlights the growing concerns within NATO regarding Russia's actions and the need for a unified response.