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Adomavičius
September 29th - October 5th, 2025 by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Lithuania Weekly: Kremlin-Aligned Media Exploit Adomavičius Resignation

Kremlin-aligned outlets seized on the backlash against newly appointed Culture Minister Ignotas Adomavičius, framing his rise as a “victory against the cultural elite.” While thousands protested and a petition opposing his appointment gained rapid traction, pro-Kremlin narratives mocked critics and praised Adomavičius as a defender of “traditional values.” Public figure Andrius Tapinas, who highlighted evidence questioning Adomavičius’s suitability, was singled out for personal attacks in Russian-language media.

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September 2025 by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Lithuania Monthly: Protests Erupt as the New Culture Minister Faces Public Backlash

The appointment of Ignotas Adomavičius as Minister of Culture has triggered widespread protests across Lithuania. What began as a political appointment has evolved into a nationwide debate about cultural freedom, democratic values, and the growing use of cultural policy as a tool of political power.

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Ignotas Adomavičius
September 22nd - September 28th, 2025 by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Lithuania Weekly: Kremlin Media Amplifies Culture Minister Controversy

Kremlin-aligned outlets seized on the backlash against newly appointed Culture Minister Ignotas Adomavičius, framing his rise as a “victory against the cultural elite.” While thousands protested and a petition opposing his appointment gained rapid traction, pro-Kremlin narratives mocked critics and praised Adomavičius as a defender of “traditional values.” Public figure Andrius Tapinas, who highlighted evidence questioning Adomavičius’s suitability, was singled out for personal attacks in Russian-language media.

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