UN adopts resolutions condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, despite US objections
The United Nations (UN) Security Council on Monday, the 24th of February, adopted a US-drafted resolution marking the third year since Russia’s invasion…
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Progressives say they are prepared to take charge over any ministry in Latvia
Latvian political party Progressives is prepared to propose candidates to work in any of the ministries from which ministers were called off by…
EU lifts sanctions on Syria in several areas
On Monday, the 24th of February, the EU lifted a number of economic sanctions imposed on Syria after the fall of the Bashar…
Zelenskyy: three years of absolute heroism, but the fight continues
Commemorating the third anniversary of Russia’s repeated invasion of the country, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised the resistance and heroism of Ukrainians. Zelenskyy…
Union of Greens and Farmers opposes Strautmane’s reappointment to Board of Ventspils Port
The Ministry of Transport has failed to appoint its representative, ministry employee Inguna Strautmane, to the Ventspils Freeport Board for the next term,…
German conservatives celebrate, far-right enjoys record result
Friedrich Merz’s Conservatives have won the German elections with 28.6%, well ahead of rival parties but short of the expected 30%, but even…
Latvian PM’s “restart” plan: a desperate attempt to stay in office or the beginning of the political end?
Opinion Piece / Ilona Bērziņa The Siliņa government’s “restart” plan and its execution strongly resemble the same string of absurdities that led to…
PHOTO: Latvian people gather at Freedom Monument in support of Ukraine
On Monday the 24th of February, more than 500 people gathered in Riga, near the Freedom Monument, at the special support act “Together…
Pope Francis in critical condition in hospital: what happens when the Pope dies?
Pope Francis, who is battling double pneumonia in critical condition, spent a “good” night in hospital, sleeping and resting, the Vatican said on…
