NATO promises more concrete and detailed defence plans for Baltic States
NATO’s latest plans for the defence of Baltic States will be more detailed and concrete than the current ones, as announced by NATO…
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Russia shells Ukrainian cities
Russia has attacked cities in Ukraine, both the capital Kyiv and settlements in the central and southern regions of the country, and at…
Discussion about Istanbul Convention brings Saeima deputy to tears
When discussing the opposition of the majority of Saeima deputies in regards to the ratification of the Istanbul Convention, deputy Leila Rasima spoke…
Synchronisation of Baltic power networks with Europe may happen in 2024
The synchronisation of Baltic power networks with that of continental Europe could happen in 2024, according to European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and…
Latvian minister suggests “someone” should step down after murder in Jēkabpils
Someone should take responsibility and step down in light of the murder of the woman in Jēkabpils, said Minister of Finance and leader…
Latvia believes the possibility of Russia using nuclear arms is minimal
The Constitution Protection Bureau (SAB) has published an analytical assessment of Russia’s nuclear policy. BNN offers a look at this report. Since the…
End of April expected to be cold and rainy in Latvia
The last days of April will pass without any major changes – some rain here and there and daytime air temperature that will…
EC President’s speech angers Palestinians
The President of the European Commission (EC), Ursula von der Leyen, has found herself in the crossfire of Palestinian criticism after she praised…
There is more money in the budget, but the deficit is higher, Ministry of Finance explains
Latvia’s Ministry of Finance reports that the state special [pension] budget in Q1 2023 had a deficit of EUR 67.9 million, whereas the…
