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WORLDOct 3Morning service 3/10: no train traffic at Amsterdam Centraal • Elections in LatviaGoedemorgen! Vandaag rijden er geen treinen van of naar Amsterdam Centraal vanwege werkzaamheden op het station en mensen in Letland gaan naar de stembus. Eerst het weer: nadat op sommige plekken de nevel en mist is weggetrokken, breekt vandaag de zon door. Het wordt tussen de 19 en 21 graden; er staat weinig wind. Ga je vandaag op pad? Hier vind je het overzicht van de files en wegwerkzaamheden en hier alles over de situatie op het spoor. Wat kun je vandaag verwachten? Wat heb je gemist? De copiloot die woensdag zijn gezagvoerder aanviel in een vliegtuig van Flydubai werd eerder geschorst bijNOS Buitenland
POLITICSOct 3In Latvia, the rise of political parties close to Russia sparks concern ahead of parliamentary electionsAs voting wraps up on Saturday, October 3, two populist parties are seeking to win over the Russian-speaking minority in the Baltic state. In Latvia, deep political disillusionment has created fertile ground for Russian propaganda.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 3Latvian PM faces bittersweet victory in election backdropped by RussiaAn EU sanctions showdown could strengthen the position of Andris Kulbergs, but a coalition puzzle awaits.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 3Latvians vote in election in shadow of drone incursions and war in UkraineRIGA, Oct 3 (Reuters) - Latvians vote in ⁠a parliamentary election on Saturday that is likely to keep power in the hands of pro-Ukrainian Prime Minister Andris ⁠Kulbergs, although deep political fragmentation may complicate the formation of a government.thestar_my · malaysia
POLITICSOct 2Russian-speaking Latvians who back Ukraine and value their language are heading into an election without an obvious political homeLatvia will elect its 15th Saeima, or parliament, on October 3. September polls suggest seven political groups have a chance of winning seats. Two of them — the Sovereign Power / Young Latvians alliance and Latvia First — are competing vigorously to win over voters who once supported the “Russian” parties. Their rivalry is one of the campaign’s central stories: almost 35% of Latvian citizens speak Russian at home. Polls also suggest that the traditional “Russian” parties, especially Harmony Center, remain below the 5% threshold. Writing for Meduza, Sergejs Potapkins, a political scientist and Meduza [en]
POLITICSOct 1Latvian parliament adopts amendments on minority languages, restricting use of RussianLatvia's public-service media will be allowed to produce content in Russian only in an emergency, under a state of emergency, or for the targeted debunking of disinformation.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 1Latvia bans its public broadcaster from producing regular Russian-language content (except during emergencies)Latvia’s parliament, the Saeima, has passed a law that effectively bans the public broadcaster LSM from producing content in Russian.Meduza [en]
POLITICSOct 1Latvians head to the polls with Russia on their mindsOn October 3, Latvians will elect a new parliament with Russia looming large over the campaign. Security fears dominate the agenda, but so does a debate over the economic cost of cutting ties with Moscow.DW News [en]
MILITARYOct 1Latvian Defense Minister Says Russia's Hybrid Attacks, Not Nuclear Rhetoric, Are The Main ConcernLatvia’s defense minister has played down any immediate danger after Russia’s latest nuclear warning to NATO over Kaliningrad.RFE/RL
MILITARYOct 1Latvia detains couple suspected of spying for RussiaAuthorities allege the pair collected information on NATO forces, military aircraft and Latvia's support for Ukraine.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 1BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist view : What will decide the fate of Latvia next coalition · BNNA political scientist discusses factors that will determine the next coalition government in Latvia. This covers the political landscape and future governance of the country.bnn-news.com · Latvia
BUSINESSOct 1BNN Interview | Cargo does not disappear it goes to competitors . Latvia is losing millions and its place on the transit mapAn interview discusses how Latvia is losing cargo and millions in revenue to competitors, impacting its position on the transit map. This points to economic challenges and declining competitiveness in the logistics sector.bnn-news.com · Latvia
SCI & TECHOct 1 You will definitely be fooled – former Latvian president warns voters not to ask AI who to vote for · BNNA former Latvian president has warned voters against seeking electoral advice from artificial intelligence, stating they "will definitely be fooled." This highlights concerns about AI's potential to mislead the public in political processes.bnn-news.com · Latvia
POLITICSOct 1How much will fuel cost in Latvia ? Saeima advances another measure to cut pricesLatvia's Saeima is progressing with an additional measure aimed at reducing fuel prices. This legislative action seeks to address the cost of fuel for consumers in the country.bnn-news.com · Latvia
POLITICSOct 1BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review : Sovereign Power / Young Latvians – big promises and high - profile scandalsThis article provides a political party review focusing on "Sovereign Power / Young Latvians," highlighting both their significant promises and involvement in high-profile scandals. It offers an assessment of their political standing.bnn-news.com · Latvia
SCI & TECHSep 28Latvia is committed to fibre optics: it exports more than 90% of its productionLatvia is focusing on a technological niche: fibre optics. It exports more than 90% of its production. This versatile technology, made from synthetic quartz, is flexible and capable of transmitting ultraviolet and infrared rays.EuroNews [en]
MILITARYSep 25Latvia To Order Anduril’s Barracuda Cruise Missile For Long-Range Strike CapabilityThe missile deal would drastically expand Riga’s precision-fire reach as NATO’s eastern flank races to build up its conventional long-range strike capabilities. The post Latvia To Order Anduril’s Barracuda Cruise Missile For Long-Range Strike Capability appeared first on TWZ.The War Zone
MILITARYSep 25Latvian soldiers and civilians team up for large-scale national defence exerciseLatvian soldiers and civilians team up for large-scale national defence exercisenato_int · world
CONFLICTSep 24Father of Latvia’s Sovereign Power party leader supplied ‘dragon’s teeth’ anti-tank barriers to Russian border region and occupied Donbas, The Insider reportsThe father of Julija Stepanenko, leader of the Latvian party Sovereign Power, owns a company that has supplied anti-tank obstacles, among other things, to Russia’s Belgorod region and the Russian-occupied part of Ukraine’s Donetsk region.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 23Sanctions showdown leaves a bad taste as Latvia cautions against 'normalising' RussiaGood morning. This is Mared Gwyn, authoring today’s newsletter along with my colleague Angela Skujins, who’s live on your screens this morning. Today: how a Russia sanctions showdown is leaving a bad taste, and why Brussels is facing mounting pressure to address the energy crunch.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 22'Cherry-picking sanctions' risks 'normalising' Russia, Latvian PM says amid Usmanov rowLatvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs spoke exclusively to Euronews about his last-minute change in tune over a sanctions saga that has gripped Brussels, while also warning of remaining dangers.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 22Latvia blocks EU sanctions relief for Usmanov and FridmanLatvia refused to support a deal that would lift sanctions against Russian businessmen Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman in exchange for a three-year extension of the sanctions list, which includes about 3,000 people and organizations linked to Russia.Meduza [en]
SCI & TECHSep 21LMT Group and Novaspace partner to develop strategy for 5G / 6G satellite communications hub in LatviaLMT Group and Novaspace are partnering to develop a strategy for a 5G/6G satellite communications hub in Latvia, aiming to advance telecommunications infrastructure. This collaboration signifies a regional push for next-generation connectivity.baltictimes.com · Latvia
MILITARYSep 19Europe falls behind in drone warfare technology, vulnerable to Russian missile attacks — Latvian PresidentUkrinform [en]
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