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“This is essentially genocide” – Latvia’s President on Russia’s actions in Ukraine
February 2, 2026
Mandatory military service for women in Latvia – JKP urges the Ministry of Defence not to rush implementation
January 30, 2026
Latvian government launches costly study: could Latvia have a nuclear power plant?
January 30, 2026

The Ministry of Climate and Energy (KEM) plans to commission an assessment of the possibilities for developing nuclear energy in Latvia for 1.425…

“Focus on construction, not talk” – Latvia’s Transport Minister pushes back against Rail Baltica delay forecasts
January 29, 2026
Rail Baltica without a clear end in sight: the first phase in Latvia may be stalled for another five years
January 28, 2026

Politics

A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
February 2, 2026
Latvian politicians in foreign policy debates: “Expectations are collapsing,” but “not everything is bad”
January 29, 2026
Latvia’s Parliament takes a step against “intimidation lawsuits”: journalists and activists promised greater protection
January 28, 2026
Le Pen’s party in France – with a dual stance against the Kremlin
January 28, 2026
Hungary, Slovakia to sue EU over Russian gas
January 27, 2026
Estonian government decides on stricter border crossing rules for Russian diplomats
January 23, 2026

Business

“Amber Latvijas balzams” seeks legal protection – State Revenue Service freezes accounts
By Ogres   January 30, 2026

The beverage producer AS Amber Latvijas balzams has submitted an application to the Riga City Court seeking the initiation of a legal protection…

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Overtime, wages and downtime: why the Labour Law dispute has become critical for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   January 28, 2026
The construction cartel case returns to Parliament – dispute over secret recordings
By Ogres   January 20, 2026
Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
By Ogres   January 17, 2026
Ministry of Transport requests urgent cost estimates for conservation of Rail Baltica bridge pillar
By Ogres   January 15, 2026

Prohibited symbolism in Estonia: 1,000 violations and lawyer’s objections
Ogres February 3, 2026

Since April 2022, when a law prohibiting the use of symbols glorifying aggression came into force, the police have initiated more than 1,000…

Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
Ogres February 3, 2026

Millions of people around the world are forming emotional connections with artificial intelligence chatbots, and experts have warned that politicians should take this…

Five arrested in Germany for illegal export of goods to Russia
Ogres February 2, 2026
Drone sightings near British military bases double last year
Ogres February 2, 2026
A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
Ogres February 2, 2026

Prohibited symbolism in Estonia: 1,000 violations and lawyer’s objections
February 3, 2026
Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
February 3, 2026
Five arrested in Germany for illegal export of goods to Russia
February 2, 2026
Drone sightings near British military bases double last year
February 2, 2026
A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
February 2, 2026
After paid trips to China, representatives of various sectors have become lobbyists for China’s interests, VDD concludes
February 2, 2026

Social

Prohibited symbolism in Estonia: 1,000 violations and lawyer’s objections
February 3, 2026
After paid trips to China, representatives of various sectors have become lobbyists for China’s interests, VDD concludes
February 2, 2026
Latvia named among possible recruitment locations for underage girls in newly released Epstein case materials
February 2, 2026

In the latest materials from the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein released on Friday, Latvia is mentioned as one of the…

Frost down to –30°C: the start of the week in Latvia will be especially cold
February 2, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia is facing a payment crisis, not an energy crisis – political scientist says
January 30, 2026

World

Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
Ogres February 3, 2026

Millions of people around the world are forming emotional connections with artificial intelligence chatbots, and experts have warned that politicians should take this…

Five arrested in Germany for illegal export of goods to Russia
Ogres February 2, 2026

German customs officials on the 2nd of February detained five men who allegedly violated the European Union embargo on Russia by exporting industrial…

Drone sightings near British military bases double last year
Ogres February 2, 2026
Czechs take to the streets to show support for President Pavel
Ogres February 2, 2026
New Dutch government wants to save NATO
Ogres January 30, 2026

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A shocking incident occurred on Thursday, the 8th of January, at a hospital in Tomaszów Lubelski, according to sledst.org. A 38-year-old pregnant woman…

Legislation flaw could allow Estonian online casinos to avoid paying taxes in 2026

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A clerical error in the gambling tax bill approved in December has created a situation where online casinos will be able to avoid…

Merz: Iran’s regime’s days are numbered

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on the 13th of January that Iran’s clerical leadership is in ruins and that the regime in Tehran…

Latvians accidentally enter Russia on ice; Estonian border guards warn of risks

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On the 11th of January, Russian border guards detained five Latvian ice fishermen who had accidentally crossed over to the Russian side on…

Putin increasingly replaced by body doubles: when and why it happens

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Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has significantly reduced his public appearances over the past four years out of fear of a potential Ukrainian attack,…

Medvedev urges Trump to act quickly, warning of a Russian “referendum” in Greenland

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Russia has for the first time publicly commented on remarks by US President Donald Trump regarding the possible establishment of US control over…

US considers military intervention in Iran; Trump to hit new tariffs on Tehran’s trade partners

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US President Donald Trump has slapped a 25% tariff on all countries doing business with Iran, Politico reports. This will affect US trade…

Temperatures in Latvia to drop to −18°C in the coming days

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On Tuesday and Wednesday skies will occasionally clear and sunshine will break through, while precipitation will decrease significantly. On Tuesday, light snow is…

Hungary grants asylum to former Polish justice minister

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Hungary has granted asylum to former Polish justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro, widening the rift between Warsaw and Budapest, Reuters reports. Poland, where right-wing…

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