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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 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
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 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
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 & 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]
MILITARYSep 18Latvia chooses Czech howitzers over Swedish Archer offerLatvia will buy Czech Morana 155 mm howitzers, reversing an earlier decision to by the rival Archer artillery weapon from Sweden's BAE Systems Bofors.Defense News
POLITICSSep 18Latvia bars NHL’s Ovechkin, Trump Jr. wedding benefactor from entering countryLatvia has barred Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin from entering the country days after he appeared in a political ad for a party backed by Russian President Vladimir Putin. “The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Baiba Braže, has decided to include Alexander Ovechkin and Umar Kremlev on the list of personae non gratae and to prohibit…The Hill
MILITARYSep 17Germany sending fighter jets to Latvia to protect election from drone incidentsGermany will send four Eurofighter jets to defend Latvian airspace during upcoming elections, amid concerns over drone incursions from Russia and Belarus.Defense News
CONFLICTSep 16Ukraine welcomes Latvia’s steps to restrict transit of Russian grain — MFAUkraine welcomes Latvia’s preparations for measures to restrict the transit of Russian grain and strengthen controls to prevent stolen Ukrainian grain from being transported through its ports.Ukrinform [en]
MILITARYSep 16Germany to send fighter jets to Latvia during election amid drone threatLatvia's election is set for Oct. 3 and Riga has asked Germany for backup.Politico Europe
POLITICSSep 14'We were right': EU finally listening to Baltic warnings on Russia, Latvian PM saysThe Latvian PM noted that the Baltics' sense of foreboding over Russian attacks on the EU come from their occupation. "We know the tricks; we knew the bully would show its muscles."EuroNews [en]
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