TRUMP SAYS U.S. WILL CONSIDER PERMANENT MILITARY BASE IN LITHUANIA President Trump says the U.S. will consider establishing a permanent military base in Lithuania, potentially replacing the current rotational model. Lithuania’s prime minister says the country is prepared to cover the costs of hosting a permanent U.S. presence. Around 1,000 U.S. troops have typically rotated through Lithuania, which has hosted American forces since 2014. 06-OCT-2026 06:13 AM ET