Latvia to deploy troops for Hormuz Strait clearance operations
Latvia could deploy up to 20 military personnel to multinational operations aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to a draft parliamentary…
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Latvia fails to reduce alcohol and drug use over three years, Health Ministry says
Latvia has failed to achieve any of the three key performance targets set for reducing alcohol and drug use during the 2023–2025 implementation…
Cloudier skies ahead, but dry weather to persist across Latvia
Although cloud cover will increase, dry weather is expected to continue across Latvia over the coming days. On Tuesday skies will be mostly…
LTA: Closure of MERE exposes government double standards and hypocrisy
The complete shutdown of the MERE retail chain, operating under the Russian discount brand Svetofor, and the closure of its stores in Latvia…
Latvia to enjoy a dry and warm start to the week before weather takes a turn
At the beginning of the workweek, weather conditions across Latvia will be influenced by a high-pressure system. On Monday and Tuesday, sunshine will…
BNN IN FOCUS | Should Latvia’s police chief resign—and should Latvia subsidise flights for Estonian and Lithuanian passengers?
Should State Police Chief Armands Ruks resign after an off-duty police officer fatally assaulted a man during the Priekule City Festival while intoxicated,…
Expert warns of serious consequences if airBaltic fails to secure strategic investor
If Latvia’s national airline airBaltic fails to attract a major strategic investor, the country could face significant long-term consequences and a substantial impact…
Latvia’s police chief proposes stripping officers convicted of intentional crimes of service pensions
Police officers who commit intentional criminal offences should lose their right to receive a service pension, Latvia’s State Police Chief Armands Ruks said…
Latvia plans stricter housing rules for third-country nationals
Latvia could introduce stricter housing requirements for third-country nationals, as Economy Minister Viktors Valainis has asked the Saeima’s Defence, Internal Affairs and Corruption…
