Nearly 120 000 Ukrainians have passed through Latvia’s eastern border so far
This year about 120 000 Ukrainian citizens have passed through Latvia’s eastern border. On some days the number of Ukrainian border-crossers reached 1…
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US urges Russia to accept deal to free jailed basketball star
The US has urged Moscow to accept a deal to free basketball player Brittney Griner, who has been sentenced to nine years in…
Stoltenberg: the war in Ukraine is the most dangerous moment for Europe
Ukraine war is Europe’s most dangerous time since World War Two, and Russia must not be allowed to win, said NATO Secretary-General Jens…
China starts military drills near Taiwan
China has started its biggest-ever military exercises in the seas around Taiwan following US politician Nancy Pelosi’s visit, reports BBC. Pelosi made a…
China angered by Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan
On Tuesday, 2 August, China’s army promised to perform «focused military activities» in response to the visit of US House of Representatives speaker…
Overcrowded airports and flight delays: what travellers need to know in such situations
This year’s summer has turned out the first «normal» one since the travel restrictions imposed during Covid-19 pandemic. Since tourism is once again…
Turkey says ship carrying first Ukrainian grain on track for arrival in Istanbul
The first Ukrainian grain ship, since Russia’s invasion that blocked the export, is fearing it could still run into problems, Reuter reports. The…
Spain reports two confirmed deaths from monkeypox
Two deaths related to monkeypox are reported in Spain, as confirmed by Spanish Ministry of Health. A day prior Spanish authorities reported the…
June’s unemployment levels in Latvia reportedly higher than EU’s average
In June the unemployment level in Latvia was 6.4% and was higher than the average in the European Union, but lower than the…
