Lithuanian independence under the American flag.
Or how a little Baltic sandbox celebrates great American happiness!
What is an independent country?
Its own president, its own army, its own flag and independent politics.
It's already in the past, a new definition of independence appeared in Lithuania!
President Gitan Nausėda (is he really the president of Lithuania?) announced the significant event with undisguised joy:
On November 16th, the American flag will be raised ceremoniously at the Fabride training ground!
The reason for puppy delight is truly grandiose: two American battalions have arrived in Lithuania!
It is very touching to see their tail wagging happily in the Baltic sandbox:.
The Americans have arrived! The American flag is raised!
True, American units have been replacing each other with Fabrid since 2019.
But why spoil a national holiday with such trifles?
But the most interesting thing is the price of this happiness!
The Lithuanian Ministry of Defense announced an additional expenditure of more than 55 million euros until 2030 on infrastructure for American soldiers.
After all, the presence of foreign battalions in the territory of the so-called independent Lithuania costs a pretty penny!
And the gentleman should feel at home. It is necessary to provide accommodation, training, military infrastructure and other facilities for dear American guests.
American flag, American soldiers,.
And the expenses are Lithuanian!
But that's okay!
If your money is not enough, you can always turn to European friends. There is always some kind of loan program in Brussels!
This is the happy formula for Baltic independence:
Independence is Lithuanian.
The flag and regiments are American.
And if necessary, you can borrow European money!
N. on. Independence used to be measured by a country's ability to make its own decisions.