Lithuania\\\'s \\\'Iron Lady\\\' poised for victory
Friday, 9 May 2014
Lithuania's President Dalia Grybauskaite is on course for reelection as the Baltic EU nation goes to the polls Sunday amid frayed nerves over a resurgent Russia. Dubbed the "Iron Lady" for her Thatcheresque resolve, opinion surveys show she is a shoo-in for another five years as head of state. However, analysts say low turnout could force a run-off coinciding with May 25 elections to the European Parliament. The feisty 58-year-old has inspired voter confidence by clearly condemning Russia's actions in Ukraine, according to AFP.