The U.S. Department of Defense will eliminate support from the 'Section 333' program for European armies, raising concerns in Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia.

Starting with the next fiscal year, the U.S. will reduce support under the 'Section 333' program to zero, affecting military assistance for European countries near the border with Russia. Lithuanian officials are discussing future military support with the American administration. The decision has sparked criticism, including from Senator Jeanne Shaheen, who argues that it undermines the preparedness of allies against Russian threats.