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Most U.S. troops previously stationed in Estonia have been withdrawn, although a new rotational contingent is expected to arrive later this summer, according…
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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…
From the military to the airport: Latvia uncovers major Russian espionage network
On 19 June, Latvia’s State Security Service (VDD) asked prosecutors to initiate criminal proceedings against four Latvian nationals accused of gathering intelligence in…
15th Saeima candidates reveal million-euro debts and massive property portfolios
Several candidates registered for Latvia’s 15th Saeima elections stand out significantly from the rest based on the information they submitted to the Central…
“Protecting our own citizens must come first”: Latvia’s Ombud on migration and security
When addressing migration issues, the primary priority must be protecting the rights of Latvia’s own residents, Latvia’s Ombud Karina Palkova said in an…
Rain and thunderstorms to continue as forecasters say when warmer weather will return to Latvia
On Monday, skies will be mostly cloudy, although they will clear at times, allowing sunshine to break through. Brief showers are expected across…
BNN IN FOCUS | Putting airBaltic and Rail Baltica Back on the Right Track
This week brought two significant developments. First, it became clear that airBaltic’s so-called “Baron Münchhausen plan” will not be enough to secure another…
BNN Interview | “Latvia Still Lives in the Role of a Servant.” Leonīds Loginovs Speaks Bluntly About Transit, Sanctions and Fertilizers
Ilona Bērziņa “Latvia always wants to run ahead of the train. It is a characteristic national trait—or perhaps a national flaw, depending on…
