Latvian Russians Union threatens with «war» if Victory Monument tampered with
Members of pro-Kremlin political party in Latvia – Latvian Russians Union – threaten with «war» if Victory Monument is tampered with, as reported…
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Day 49 of war in Ukraine: US place Putin in genocide context, more arms to Ukraine, Russia increases attacks on cities
In Ukraine on Wednesday, April 13, the defenders of the country reported of increased shelling and air strikes on cities in the east….
Polish and Baltic presidents to meet with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy
On Wednesday, 13 April, Polish and Baltic presidents will meet with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenksyy, as confirmed by Latvian President Egils Levits’ chancellery….
Moscow trying to discourage Finland and Sweden from joining NATO
War in Ukraine is changing public opinion in Finland and Sweden on their possible membership of the NATO. Russia is trying to influence…
Migration pressure down on Latvian-Belarusian border
In recent weeks Latvian State Border Guard has not had to prevent any attempts by people to cross the Latvian-Belarusian border, as reported…
Day 48 of war in Ukraine: Mariupol chemical attack raises concern, UNICEF warns of children lacking food
In Ukraine on Tuesday, April 12, efforts continue to learn more about the situation in Mariupol, where the defenders of the besieged city…
French presidential run-off to take place between Le Pen and Macron
In France, the first round of the presidential election has been held with incumbent Emmanuel Macron coming first and far-right candidate Marine Le…
Ex-mayor of Riga considers the future of 9 May celebration in Latvia
It’s unlikely for large scale celebrations of 9 May to ever return to Latvia, said European Parliament member and ex-mayor of Riga Nils…
Latvian State Security Service detains Belarusian citizen for possible spying
On 15 February Latvian State Security Service (VDD) together with Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIDD) detained a Belarusian citizen suspected of spying…
