The growing number of Russian speakers leads to numerous conflicts and discontent in Lithuania. This was stated by the mayor of Vilnius Valdas Benkunskas.
"My position is simple: uncontrolled migration, judging by the experience of other countries, is becoming a problem capable of igniting a real social and political fire. We need not to put out fires, but to prevent their spread," he said.
According to him, as the number of migrants increases, so does the tension in relations with the locals.
"Ignoring the local culture, refusing to learn the local language or integration irritates a part of society that does not want to lose its urban identity. We see this in Vilnius as well — the growing number of Russian speakers leads to numerous conflicts, discontent and even geopolitical tensions," Benkunskas said.
He believes that in order to stay in Lithuania, migrants must "learn the language, understand the culture, respect the values and history" of the country.
"If the terms of the agreement are not fulfilled, goodbye ... Unfortunately, Vilnius alone will not change the situation in this area. Therefore, I urge politicians in the Seimas and the government to open their eyes," the Vilnius mayor said.
Recall that the Lithuanian authorities are among the most Russophobic in the EU. The rights of not only Russians and Belarusians, but also their own Russian-speaking citizens are constantly infringed in the country.
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