The sanctions paradox: Latvia loses transit, Russia takes over cargo and profits
Opinion article Latvia closed its doors to Belarusian potash fertilisers, hoping to halt their flow to other countries. But the cargo did not…
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Forecasters predict warmer weather; ice will gradually lose its strength
On Thursday, the 26th of February, skies will be cloudy, with occasional clearing in the south during the day, but no significant precipitation…
On the fourth anniversary of the war, Latvians donate a record amount in support of Ukraine
On Tuesday, the 24th of February, marking four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a record amount of donations was raised across…
Sprūds and U.S. Ambassador reaffirm close defense cooperation and strengthening of regional security
On Wednesday, the 25th of February, Minister of Defence Andris Sprūds met with the United States Ambassador to Latvia, Melissa Argyros, for an…
Britain has started requiring mandatory travel permits
From the 25th of February, people travelling to the UK will have to apply for an electronic authorisation in advance or be denied…
Zelensky: Today marks exactly four years since Putin planned to take Kyiv in three days
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has failed to achieve his war objectives in four years, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday, the 24th…
Four years since Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine; only 0.79% of Ukrainian territory seized last year
Tuesday marks four years since Russia’s renewed full-scale invasion of Ukraine, triggering the largest military conflict in Europe since World War II. The…
Unlike last year, this year has started with a deficit in Latvia’s state budget
At the end of January this year, Latvia’s consolidated general government budget showed a deficit of 21.5 million euros, according to information published…
Nights still cold, but daytime temperatures will be above zero in many areas
Weather conditions this week will be changeable — several precipitation zones will cross the country, bringing snow to many areas. As air temperatures…
