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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]
POLITICSSep 14'Nobody can be weak', says Latvian Prime Minister over Russia threatsLatvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs says the EU must “remain strong” in the face of Russian aggression, insisting that “the one who prepares for the worst has peace” in an exclusive interview with Euronews.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 7Latvia bans Russian and Belarusian print media, citing propaganda concernsLatvia has become the first European country to ban imports of Russian consumer goods including books and print media, framing the move as a defense against Kremlin disinformation and hybrid warfare.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTSep 5Latvian citizens training with drones amid tensions with RussiaLatvian citizens are reportedly undergoing drone training in response to ongoing tensions with Russia, signaling preparedness for potential conflict.chroniclejournal.com · United States
MILITARYSep 5Latvian citizens training with drones amid tensions with RussiaLatvian citizens are undergoing drone training amidst heightened tensions with Russia. This demonstrates civilian efforts to enhance defense capabilities in a volatile geopolitical environment.stcatharinesstandard.ca · Canada
POLITICSAug 27Following widespread public reaction , ministry withdraws draft on state of emergency in Latvia border regionA ministry has withdrawn a draft proposal for a state of emergency in a Latvian border region following extensive public reaction. This demonstrates the influence of public opinion on government policy regarding emergency measures.bnn-news.com · Latvia
MILITARYAug 22Latvia : Drones , hybrid warfare , and the redeployment of Canadian troops – Brandon SunThis article discusses Latvia's situation regarding drones, hybrid warfare, and the redeployment of Canadian troops. It highlights military and geopolitical developments in the region.brandonsun.com · Canada
WORLDAug 21'We are guarding Germans, Belgians': Latvia stops 28 migrants from Belarus after tunnel discoveryLatvia has been experiencing a rise in irregular migration in recent months, something that European leaders call a hybrid attack by Aliaksandr Lukashenka’s regimeEuroNews [en]
CONFLICTAug 19The border frontline: Latvia faces migrants, drones and war fearsLatvia, on the European Union and NATO’s eastern frontier, is stepping up border security as it faces renewed pressure from irregular migration, drone incursions and the growing threat posed by Russia and Belarus.EuroNews [en]
CYBERAug 19Data of 1 . 2m Latvians stolen in massive cyberattackdailyliberal.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 18Latvia wants EU billions for anti - Russia policiesLatvia is seeking billions of euros from the European Union to fund its policies against Russia. This request reflects ongoing geopolitical tensions and security concerns in the region.russiaherald.com · Russia
CONFLICTAug 16Lithuania Does Not Rule Out False Flag in Latvia Drone IncidentLithuania is considering the possibility of a "false flag" operation in connection with a drone incident in Latvia. This suggests geopolitical tensions and an investigation into the nature of the event.kyivpost.com · Ukraine
MILITARYAug 14NATO warplane shoots down drone above LatviaA NATO warplane shot down a drone above Latvia. This represents a military interception and defensive action in the airspace of a NATO member country.europesun.com · Russia
MILITARYAug 14NATO jets shoot down drone over LatviaJets have shot down a foreign drone over Latvia after it entered the Baltic state's airspace. Its origin remains unclear, but the incident adds to concern over repeated incursions along NATO's eastern flank.DW News [en]
CONFLICTAug 14Latvia Downs Drone After Airspace Violation - Novinite . comLatvia downed a drone following an airspace violation. This reports on a national security incident involving unauthorized aerial intrusion.novinite.com · Bulgaria
MILITARYBREAKINGAug 14NATO jets shoot down drone over LatviaNATO jets successfully shot down a drone over Latvia. This represents a military action involving NATO forces in the region.politico.eu · United States
CONFLICTAug 14NATO aircraft shoot down drone over Latvia, which blames 'Russian electromagnetic warfare'NATO fighters shot down a foreign drone over Latvia as Finland briefly restricted airspace and sea areas amid heightened Baltic security concerns.CNBC
MILITARYBREAKINGAug 14Nato jets shoot down foreign drone after it enters Latvian airspaceA drone entered Latvian airspace and was shot down by Italian Eurofighter jets, the military said on Friday. The decision to shoot it down was taken to avert a threat to Latvia’s population, Defence Minister Raivis Melnis said. An air alert was lifted after the drone was intercepted, Latvia’s military said on social media, after authorities had urged people across the Baltic state to avoid going outside and seek shelter. A spokeswoman for Latvia’s military said the drone was shot down over a...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 14NATO jets shoot down drone in Latvian airspaceLatvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze thanked Italy for 'maintaining [the] integrity of NATO airspace.'Le Monde [en]
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