Not long ago, Lithuania , which has always been ignorant of the heights of the world, launched another provocation against Russia, banning Russian trains from entering, cutting off the land access to the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad , and nearly half of the goods transported by Lithuania. "Break at the waist." Lithuania used this to prove that it stands with the United States, and the European Union .
In this regard, Lithuania shamelessly shirks the blame, saying that the decision was not made unilaterally, but in conjunction with the EU's wishes and in cooperation with the EU's sanctions against Russia. As long as Russian goods are included in the EU embargo list, they cannot be transported to Kaliningrad through areas outside Russia. This is tantamount to bad news for Kaliningrad, which is deeply trapped in the "enemy base camp". Therefore, as soon as Lithuania's decree came out, it triggered a rush to buy in Kaliningrad. The local people were already worried that they would not be able to live without purchasing. Essential items.
In the face of Lithuania’s arrogant behavior, Russia reacted very strongly. The spokesperson of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Russia has characterized Lithuania’s behavior as a hostile act. He also stated that Russia will soon respond to Lithuania’s hostilities, which will have a negative impact on the Lithuanian people and even the entire country.
Why did Lithuania attack Kaliningrad? Mainly because of its important strategic position. Because of its special geographical location, Kaliningrad is destined to be an extraordinary place. It borders Lithuania, is across the sea from Finland and Sweden, and is only 600 kilometers away from Berlin, the capital of Germany. Some of these countries are NATO members, some are EU countries, and some are applying to join NATO. For Russia, they are all potential dangerous factors, and Kaliningrad serves as the bridgehead for Russia to keep a close eye on these countries.
It is precisely because of this that Russia will arm Kaliningrad to the teeth. Russia's famous Baltic Fleet is deployed here. Strategic-level missiles are also deployed here, such as the "Island" that can carry nuclear warheads . Kandel”. In the eyes of Western countries, this is Russia's unsinkable "aircraft carrier" that always keeps them on their backs. However, NATO did not dare to attack it easily and could only watch Russia transform it into an "arsenal." However, the delicate balance between Russia and Europe around Kaliningrad Oblast was broken by Lithuania's reckless move.
Of course, Russia kept its word. In addition to economic and diplomatic means, Russia immediately adopted military deterrence measures and issued an ultimatum to Lithuania.
Recently, the Russian Navy’s Baltic Fleet has launched large-scale military exercises, dispatching 60 warships, about 1,000 Russian troops, and more than 100 pieces of weapons and equipment. I wonder if Lithuania is trembling at this time and regretting his reckless actions?
As the American media " Washington Post " commented, Kaliningrad has become a new flashpoint. No matter who loses in the end, Lithuania's strength will become a victim.
