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Why is Kaliningrad so important to Russia?

2022-06-22 14:59:38Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA BENJAMIN RESTLE
Why is Kaliningrad so important to Russia?
The center of Kaliningrad

Russia and Lithuania came into conflict after Lithuania, an EU member, banned the transport to its territory of some goods destined for Kaliningrad. But where is Kaliningrad and why is it so important?

On Monday, Lithuania began banning the transport through its territory of goods banned by EU sanctions against Russia in the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad. Prohibited items include coal, metals and building materials. Over the weekend, video footage showed in-store purchases at building supply stores.

The Russian Foreign Ministry called the ban "clearly hostile." The Russian news agency TASS reported that the transport of foodstuffs was also blocked. Moscow has warned that Lithuania could face measures with "serious negative impact" in response to the ban. Lithuania, however, said it was simply fulfilling its responsibilities as an EU member by enforcing sanctions imposed on Russia in response to its occupation of Ukraine.

What is Kaliningrad?

Kaliningrad is the westernmost region of Russia. It is an enclave, which means that it has no common borders with mainland Russia. Kaliningrad has a strip of the Baltic Sea coast to the west, while it borders Lithuania to the north and east, and Poland to the south. It covers an area of ​​15,000 square kilometers (5,830 square miles, about the size of East Timor) and has a population of about one million. Its capital is the city named Kaliningrad, where about half of this population lives.

Why is Kaliningrad so important to Russia?

Why does Kaliningrad belong to Russia?

The region of present-day Kaliningrad was once part of the Kingdom of Prussia and had a mixed population of Polish, Lithuanian and German speakers. After the defeat of Nazi Germany at the end of World War II, the territory was handed over to Soviet Russia. Its main city, known as Königsberg in German times, was called Kaliningrad - the same name given to the whole region.

After the fall and dissolution of the Soviet Union, Kaliningrad became part of Russia.

Why is Kaliningrad important to Russia?

Kaliningrad's geographical location is strategically and militarily favorable to Russia. It is the only Russian port on the Baltic Sea that is ice-free all year round, and there is located the Russian fleet of the Baltic Sea.

Russia also has nuclear missiles in Kaliningrad, placing them within range of major European capitals. Neighboring countries Lithuania and Poland are EU and NATO countries.

Why is Kaliningrad so important to Russia?
Kaliningrad Port

What are the other characteristics of Kaliningrad?

The philosopher Immanuel Kant was born in Königsberg, in present-day Kaliningrad, in 1724. He spent most of his life in this Prussian city and is buried there. Kant is famous for his efforts to synthesize scientific and moral progress.

Kaliningrad is also the center of world amber trade. About 90% of the world's amber reserves are found there./ DW

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