Long-awaited vote: Will Lāčplēsis Day become an official public holiday?
The Saeima Human Rights and Public Affairs Committee has rejected a citizens’ initiative that proposed to designate Lāčplēsis Day (the 11th of November)…
Spanish PM calls for Israel to be banned from international sporting events
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called for Israel’s athletes to be banned from international sporting events over the dramatic situation in Gaza,…
“We must show we have teeth too” — Rajevs urges NATO to engage in Ukraine’s air defence
NATO should take control over parts of Ukraine’s airspace to strengthen the security of its member states, said military expert and independent MP…
Latvian authorities ready to close Eastern border if needed
Latvia’s responsible agencies are prepared to immediately close the country’s eastern border if necessary, officials confirmed to the Saeima National Security Committee on…
1.8 billion euros contract signed for Rail Baltica electrification
On Monday in Vilnius, a 1.77 billion euro contract was signed for the design and construction of the Rail Baltica railway project’s electrification…
US military officials arrive in Belarus to observe military exercises
US military officers have observed the Zapad military exercises, and Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin has told them they can watch anything that…
Europe to restrict visas for Russian citizens
After years of pressure from the bloc’s countries that share a border with Russia, the European Union is preparing to take a tougher…
Latvia will not support the 90% emissions reduction proposal
On Thursday, the 18th of September, Latvia plans to oppose the amendments to the European Climate Law (ECL) — proposed by the European…
No amendments to Estonian Criminal Code; Interior Minister changes position
Less than a week after the ministry vehemently defended a plan to amend the Criminal Code and impose penalties for viewing terrorist propaganda,…
