Jonas Vytautas Žukas

Jonas Vytautas Žukas is a retired Lithuanian Lieutenant General and former Chief of Defence of Lithuania. He is recognized for his significant contributions to the Lithuanian military over a distinguished career spanning 31 years. Recently, he made headlines with the presentation of his book "Be užuolankų II," where he shares personal experiences and insights from his military service, including detailed accounts of key events such as the 2014 Russian aggression against Ukraine. In his book, Žukas emphasizes his commitment to honesty and transparency, aiming to provide a personal perspective on the development of the Lithuanian army and its relationships with international allies, particularly the United States. During his recent book launch, he expressed concern over the current geopolitical climate, particularly regarding U.S.-Russia relations and the implications of Donald Trump's presidency.