BNN IN FOCUS | “We support them, they support us” – political scientist on Latvia’s choice in the Hormuz issue
One of the key global issues this week has been US President Donald Trump’s call for NATO countries to help secure the Strait…
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19 Latvian seafarers currently in the Persian Gulf
There are currently 19 Latvian seafarers in the Persian Gulf region, the Ministry of Transport (SM) reported. At the same time, no vessels…
Czechia to introduce stricter rules for NGOs; critics say they will be “Kremlin-style”
Opposition parties, academics and NGOs accuse the new Czech government of preparing a law inspired by Russian legislation that could stifle dissent, writes…
Biofuel and fuel prices in Latvia: ministry explains the impact
In the current market situation, abolishing the biofuel blending requirement alone would not guarantee a reduction in fuel prices, the Ministry of Climate…
100 ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz in March: who risks in a war zone?
Since the beginning of March, despite Iran’s attacks on shipping lanes, almost a hundred ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz –…
US diplomacy in Belarus: releases 250 political prisoners, eases sanctions
The US Embassy in Lithuania has reported that Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko has agreed to release 250 political prisoners in exchange for sanctions…
Forecasters: Dry and calm weather to continue in Latvia over the weekend
Rain is still expected in many parts of Latvia on Friday night, with wet snow possible in some areas. However, precipitation will ease…
Slovenia calls on EU to investigate alleged Israeli spies’ meddling in election process
Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob has called on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to investigate alleged meddling by Israel’s Black Cube…
Russian plane enters Estonian airspace; ministry summons Russian diplomat
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said a Russian fighter jet entered Estonian airspace on the 18th of March, prompting NATO’s Baltic Air Policing…
