Sinkevicius to take over as Lithuania PM

Lithuania is preparing for a change of government after Social Democratic (LSDP) leader Mindaugas Sinkevicius confirmed he is ready to take over as prime minister under a newly negotiated coalition agreement. The coalition reshuffle will see the Democrats "For Lithuania" take responsibility for energy, health, and agriculture ministries, while the Social Democrats will control the environment portfolio. The announcement was made via a Facebook post from Sinkevicius on June 16, according to independent news agency BNS.