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POLITICS2d ago'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]
POLITICS2d ago'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
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]
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 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
POLITICSAug 11Latvia steps up border security amid surge in irregular migration from BelarusThe Latvian government says the increase in irregular migration represents a hybrid threat orchestrated by Russia and Belarus.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSAug 8Lithuania , Latvia see Kremlin - linked retailer close – but a lookalike raises questionsA Kremlin-linked retailer has closed in Lithuania and Latvia, but a similar-looking entity has emerged, prompting scrutiny. This raises questions about the nature of business operations and potential circumvention of regulations.lrt.lt · Lithuania
CONFLICTJul 23Putin stepping up hybrid war on Latvia because he’s ‘losing in Ukraine’, PM Kulbergs saysEuroNews [en]
MILITARYJul 6NATO Shield Wont Save Latvia From Russian Retaliation – Foreign MinistryA foreign ministry has stated that NATO's defensive shield will not protect Latvia from potential Russian retaliation. This report indicates ongoing geopolitical tensions and security concerns in the region.sputnikglobe.com
CONFLICTBREAKINGJul 1Russia closes railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia and LatviaIn an unexpected move, Russia announced several railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia to be “temporarily” shut down. Could this indicate an upcoming mobilisation in Russia as Moscow lacks troops for its ongoing all-out war against Ukraine?EuroNews [en]