Lukas Šimonis

Lukas Šimonis

Lukas Šimonis is an international law, defense, and international relations specialist holding a bachelor's degree in law and international relations. Currently pursuing an LL.M in international law, he brings expertise in global security dynamics, legal frameworks for defense, and diplomatic strategies.
Author's publications
Drones over Baltics: situation analysis, countermeasures and future risks

Drones over Baltics: situation analysis, countermeasures and future risks

One can say that war is like fire – it does not recognize borders. Poland, Moldova and Romania have learned it already, as these countries faced mu...
May 29, 2026
18:34
Persistent Issues, Emerging Threats: Germany’s 45th Panzer Brigade and Hybrid Vulnerabilities in Lithuania

Persistent Issues, Emerging Threats: Germany’s 45th Panzer Brigade and Hybrid Vulnerabilities in Lithuania

On December 2019, 2023, Germany and Lithuania signed an official agreement on a deployment of armored German brigade in Lithuania. This was a histo...
May 4, 2026
14:15
Maginot or Mannerheim? The Baltic defense line analysis

Maginot or Mannerheim? The Baltic defense line analysis

After the First World War, the European powers, realizing how precarious peace is, and considering lessons learned from the brutal trench warfare o...
March 19, 2026
13:49
Joint Defense Acquisitions: Baltic States’ Military Procurement Strategies

Joint Defense Acquisitions: Baltic States’ Military Procurement Strategies

The Baltic states are often referred to as the “three sisters”. Similar in terms of economic development, culture, and foreign policy. Lithuania, L...
February 7, 2026
17:07
Lithuanian Support for Ukraine: Status and Challenges for 2026

Lithuanian Support for Ukraine: Status and Challenges for 2026

Even before the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Lithuania was a vocal and key supporter of Ukraine, aiding Ukraine’s integration into the West...
January 31, 2026
16:40
The Lithuanian Weather Balloon Crisis: Lessons Learned

The Lithuanian Weather Balloon Crisis: Lessons Learned

A weather balloon is a tool traditionally used by meteorologists to gather atmospheric data from high altitudes. Traditionally a tool used for peac...
January 22, 2026
08:19