BNN INTERVIEW | Jānis Garisons: there are all conditions for us to defend ourselves
“Is Russian dictator Vladimir Putin really mad to attack any NATO member state?” This question is on the minds of countless people in…
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Latvian president: possible payment of envelope wages in Unity requires careful investigating
The possible payment of envelope wages in the office of Unity political party needs to be carefully and independently investigated, Latvian President Edgars…
Delays with Rail Baltica project are unacceptable, State Security Service warns
Despite existing problems, further delays with construction of Rail Baltica infrastructure are unacceptable. The project requires focused risk management, as mentioned in last…
Authorities to check Russian citizens’ rights to stay in Latvia during Russian presidential elections
During the Russian presidential elections later this weekend, Latvian State Police and State Border Guard will be performing a “screening” of the people…
Russia’s espionage against Latvia could go up even more, VDD warns
With the planned reorganisation of Russia’s Western Military District, this country’s spying intensity towards Latvia may increase even more in the future, as…
Latvian Ministry of Defence warns of potential attack on Russia in next 48 hours
Latvian Ministry of Defence urges residents to not travel to Russia due to possible terror attacks in the next 48 hours. Residents already…
KNAB suspects Valka municipality official of ties to EUR 2 million fraud
This week Latvia’s Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) together with European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) performed investigative actions, including searches, in several…
VID: automatic returns of tax overpayments requires amendments to regulations
For people to automatically receive back their tax overpayment without having to submit an annual income declaration, it is necessary to introduce amendments…
Latvian Association of Veterinarians against proposal for total “microchipping” for cats
Latvian Association of Veterinarians (LVB) does not support the proposal for amendments to the Veterinary Medicine Law that provide for total and mandatory…
