Lithuania tightens grain transit checks on Russia, Belarus; delays may hit shipments

Lithuania is imposing stricter checks on Russian and Belarusian grain transiting its territory, potentially delaying shipments by two months or more. This follows earlier EU sanctions pressure and contrasts with Latvia, where Russian grain transit has continued to grow despite added checks. The move signals tightening enforcement of transit restrictions, but its economic impact remains uncertain given alternative routes.

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