Lithuanian President Says Belarus Nuclear Plant Could Be Blackmail Instrument

Lithuanian President Says Belarus Nuclear Plant Could Be Blackmail Instrument

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The transcript discusses the EU's response to Belarus's actions, including the hijacking of a plane and the detention of Roman Protasevich. It highlights the geopolitical implications of Russia's influence over Belarus and the potential annexation of the country. Lithuania's role as a safe haven for Belarusian opposition is examined, along with the safety concerns for critics of Lukashenko. The NATO summit's importance in addressing regional tensions is emphasized, and the risks associated with Belarus's nuclear plant as a geopolitical tool are discussed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the decisive actions taken by the EU in response to Belarus's actions?

Providing financial aid to Belarus

Deploying military forces to Belarus

Closing the airspace of the European Union to Belarusian airlines

Imposing travel bans on all Belarusian citizens

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Russia's alleged goal regarding Belarus, according to the transcript?

To establish a trade agreement

To annex Belarus and integrate it into the Russian Federation

To provide military support to Belarus

To promote democratic reforms in Belarus

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why has Lithuania become significant for Belarusian opposition leaders?

It offers financial incentives

It is a safe harbor for critics of Lukashenko

It has a large Belarusian population

It shares a border with Russia

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the challenges Lithuania faces in protecting Belarusian opposition leaders?

Threats from Belarusian authorities

Lack of international support

Economic sanctions from the EU

Geographical isolation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential threat posed by Belarus's nuclear power plant?

It is a source of renewable energy

It might be used as a geopolitical weapon

It provides energy to neighboring countries

It could cause an environmental disaster

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the European Union's concern regarding electricity from Belarus?

It is too expensive

It is unsafe and could be used for blackmail

It is not sufficient for EU needs

It is environmentally friendly

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected completion year for the synchronization of EU energy markets to prevent unsafe electricity?

2026

2025

2024

2023