Andrius Kubilius.
Lithuanian politician (born 1956)
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Allegations surface that Brussels pressured Kaja Kallas on policy, alongside Kubilius's comments on the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Kubilius discussed Ukraine-EU integration as the Alliance established cooperation between EU and Ukrainian companies.Some support1 report
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Kubilius serves as Commissioner for Defence and Space, representing the European Commission. He and his organization collaborate with ESA on the flagship IRIS² satellite constellation as a committed subcontractor.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Andrius Kubilius warns of Russian threats to EU member states, calling for specific military preparations including legislation allowing forces to seize sanctioned ships.Well supported4 reports
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Andrius Kubilius attended an alliance meeting held in Brussels on September 5, 2026.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
Gone quiet
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NATO and EU officials discuss defense spending challenges and production capacity gaps in Europe.Well supported6 reports
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Andrius Kubilius and Pete Hegseth discussed the challenges facing the defense industry in Europe.Some support1 report
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Andrius Kubilius used the Financial Times to announce policy recommendations advocating for military aid and support, urging deterrence against Russian aggression.Some support1 report
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Around Andrius Kubilius this week
News at the entities that move Andrius Kubilius most-
European Commission StructuralA European Commission summit focused on strategic cooperation, minerals, and pivoting away from the United States toward the EU.Moves Andrius Kubilius
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Europe StructuralThe European Central Bank is forced to raise interest rates due to energy price shocks from the Iran war and an influx of Chinese exports.Moves Andrius Kubilius
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Donald Trump Mentioned togetherThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves Andrius Kubilius
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Armenia OperationalArmenian elections bolster pro-EU trajectory, prompting Russian opposition and EU counter-pressure against Moscow's economic tactics.Moves Andrius Kubilius
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Latvia OperationalLatvia is building an anti-drone wall along its border, while NATO addresses defense needs inspired by Ukraine, with Rutte commenting on costs.Moves Andrius Kubilius
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Financial Times OperationalThe Financial Times published criticism of Israel, while Donald Trump used Joe Rogan as a political comparison, and Rush Limbaugh was used as an analogy for Cenk Uygur.Moves Andrius Kubilius
Connections
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European Commission Structural
Andrius Kubilius holds the formal, appointed role of Commissioner for Defence and Space within the European Commission.
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Europe Structural
Andrius Kubilius holds a formal institutional role within the EU, actively shaping and advising Europe's strategic and defense policies.
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Euronews Structural
Kubilius provided exclusive comments to Euronews.
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Donald Trump Mentioned together
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Financial Times Operational
Kubilius utilized Financial Times as a platform to announce policy recommendations.
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European Parliament Shared context
A previously served as a member of the European Parliament.
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Cyprus Shared context
Andrius Kubilius commented on the European Union's commitment to Cyprus.
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Armenia Operational
Diplomatic meetings have taken place between a delegation from Armenia and Andrius Kubilius, focused on potential cooperation.
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Pete Hegseth Mentioned together
The two individuals are co-mentioned discussing defense industry challenges in Europe.
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Brussels Shared context
Andrius Kubilius operates professionally within the political and institutional context of Brussels, the seat of many EU bodies.
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Lithuania Shared context
Andrius Kubilius is associated with Lithuania by origin.
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Latvia Operational
Andrius Kubilius actively joined Latvian officials for a signing event.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
3 events- Allegations surface that Brussels pressured Kaja Kallas on policy, alongside Kubilius's comments on the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance.
- Kubilius discussed Ukraine-EU integration as the Alliance established cooperation between EU and Ukrainian companies.
- Andrius Kubilius attended an alliance meeting held in Brussels on September 5, 2026.
June 2026
6 events- Europe is struggling to keep up with Russia in cruise missile production and must utilize its defense industrial base to support Ukraine.
- Andrius Kubilius warns of Russian threats to EU member states, calling for specific military preparations including legislation allowing forces to seize sanctioned ships.
- Mark Rutte has been confirmed as the NATO chief, while Andrius Kubilius is overseeing EU defense efforts.
- NATO and EU officials discuss defense spending challenges and production capacity gaps in Europe.
- Andrius Kubilius and Pete Hegseth discussed the challenges facing the defense industry in Europe.
- Andrius Kubilius used the Financial Times to announce policy recommendations advocating for military aid and support, urging deterrence against Russian aggression.