Gitanas Nausėda Re-Elected as Lithuanian President in Overwhelming Victory

Nausėda secures a second term with a strong mandate amid heightened regional security concerns.

Nausėda won 74.5% of the vote, significantly ahead of Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė's 24.1%.
The election was heavily influenced by fears of Russian aggression and Lithuania's strategic position in NATO.
Nausėda, a moderate conservative, is known for his firm support of Ukraine and cautious stance on relations with China.
Both candidates support increased defense spending, but differ on social issues such as same-sex partnerships.
Nausėda's victory reflects public approval of his handling of economic and security challenges during his first term.