Lithuania’s parliament votes to advance a constitutional amendment that would remove existing prohibitions related to weapons of mass destruction. The change, which gains momentum after an initial parliamentary reading, could ultimately allow nuclear weapons to be stationed in Lithuania, depending on the final legislative outcome.
Lithuania’s constitution currently restricts weapons of mass destruction and also limits the presence of foreign military bases on its territory. According to reporting, the amendment passes its first reading with 106 votes in favor and 18 against, with a small number of lawmakers abstaining. A final vote is scheduled for January 2027.
Russia reacts to the proposal, with the Kremlin warning that any potential deployment of nuclear weapons in Lithuania would amount to escalation and could prompt a Russian response. Other outlets focus on the procedural steps and timelines toward changing the constitutional provisions, while the Kremlin’s criticism centers on regional security implications.
