Will the U.S. reduce its troop presence in Latvia? Defence Ministry responds
There have been no indications in communications with the United States that Washington is preparing to reduce the number of U.S. troops stationed…
Russia cashes in: Fertilizer exports generate billions for the aggressor state
The European Union’s ban on the transit of Belarusian mineral fertilizers through EU member states is generating hundreds of millions—and potentially billions—of U.S….
Oil prices jump after renewed Middle East escalation
Global oil prices surged by more than 3% on Wednesday after the United States launched strikes against Iran in response to attacks on…
Eight Russian tankers hit in one night as Ukraine releases strike footage
Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces carried out overnight strikes on eight Russian “shadow fleet” tankers in the Sea of Azov, according to the commander…
Video calls, partners and children: Latvia backs broader rights for pre-trial detainees
The Latvian government has approved amendments to the Law on the Procedure for Holding Persons in Pre-Trial Detention, expanding the rights of pre-trial…
U.S. troop presence in Estonia shrinks sharply as minister explains the situation
Most U.S. troops previously stationed in Estonia have been withdrawn, although a new rotational contingent is expected to arrive later this summer, according…
“We definitely won’t get everything done”: Latvia’s new prime minister reflects on his first month in office
The Latvian government is unlikely to accomplish everything set out in its government declaration, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs (United List) acknowledged in an…
Cyclone approaching Latvia as forecasters warn of several days of heavy rain
During the first half of Tuesday, brief showers are expected in some areas, but by the afternoon a broad precipitation zone will begin…
New Eurostat data: How have producer prices changed in Latvia and across Europe?
The largest annual increases among EU member states were recorded in Bulgaria (+19.3%), Romania (+13.5%) and Lithuania (+12.3%). Estonia recorded an annual increase…
