Lithuania’s prime minister steps down after investigations into his business dealings
Summary
Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas resigned following investigations into his business activities and financial dealings. His resignation comes after protests and media scrutiny over past allegations, including involvement in a criminal case from 2012. A new coalition must now form to lead the government.Key Facts
- Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas resigned after investigations into his business dealings.
- Paluckas was part of the center-left Social Democrats and became Prime Minister last year.
- His entire Cabinet is expected to resign, leaving Lithuania without a government for now.
- Paluckas was involved in a 2012 criminal case called the "rat poison scandal."
- Media investigations revealed Paluckas never paid a large fine related to this case.
- Anti-corruption and law enforcement agencies conducted their own inquiries into his activities.
- President Gitanas Nausėda announced his resignation, but Lithuania's foreign policy is expected to remain unchanged.
- New coalition talks will begin to form a new Cabinet.
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