Lithuanian Government Reset: The Seimas approved Social Democrat Mindaugas Sinkevicius as the new prime minister, after the outgoing cabinet resigned and President Gitanas Nauseda submitted the nomination following the largest party’s recommendation. Eastern Flank Deterrence: NATO is adding a second command zone for the Baltics, with US General Chris Donahue saying Washington will back deterrence “with boots in the mud,” as Russia’s potential large-scale assault risk is discussed. Defense Readiness in Practice: Lithuania is strengthening its defenses amid sabotage concerns, while NATO’s “Freedom Shield I” exercise shows how fast, drone-heavy warfare is being rehearsed. Rail Baltica Funding Crunch: The Baltics face roughly a €10bn gap to finish Rail Baltica’s first phase, with EU support after 2028 uncertain and redesign debates raising the time-versus-cost dilemma. Regional Security Signals: Estonia and others report Russia militarising LNG shipping with heavy machine guns, while Latvia plans a joint drone factory with Ukraine near the Russian border. Legal Accountability at Home: Lithuania’s Constitutional Court complaint challenges the refusal to investigate alleged Israeli war crimes by an Israeli soldier, pushing the issue of impunity and jurisdiction into domestic law.