Latvia moves towards withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention – what will change?
Anti-personnel mines are an important capability enhancer, but they are neither a miracle weapon nor would their presence in our stockpiles signal the…
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Ex-PM Kariņš: Not to criticise former colleagues, but the government must be more transparent about threats
There are shortcomings in the government’s communication regarding the current geopolitical situation—there needs to be more discussion about what we can do to…
From frost to warmth: weekend temperatures expected to reach +15°C
On Tuesday, the skies will be cloudy in the east but will clear up in the west, allowing the sun to shine, according…
Birth rate decline in Latvia – newborn count below 1 000 for fourth consecutive month
In January 2025, a total of 881 newborns were registered in Latvia, marking a 16.1% decrease (169 fewer newborns) compared to the same…
Due to migrant influx, government to be asked to partially close “Pāternieki” border crossing
Due to the increasing influx of migrants, the State Border Guard will ask the government to decide on the partial closure of the…
Spring or winter? Snow and frost return to Latvia with temperatures dropping to -10°C
On Friday night, a large precipitation zone will continue to move across Latvia, bringing prolonged rain and snow to the eastern parts of…
Harsh criticism in the Saeima – Siliņa’s government called the weakest in Latvian history
Edgars Tavars, the leader of the “Apvienotā saraksta” faction in the Saeima, said during the parliamentary debate on Prime Minister Evika Siliņa’s (JV)…
After Covid-19 experience the government to strengthen control and data exchange in case of infections
Following a request from the Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC), the State Revenue Service (VID) will be able to share data regarding…
CSDD expands driving exam requirements – will it be harder for new drivers?
Starting the 1st of June 2025, the Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) will introduce a new task in category B (passenger car) driving…
