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Large rain system approaching Latvia – thunderstorms also possible in some areas
September 16, 2026
LSA warns: unilateral grain transit restrictions will not stop Russian exports – the question is who will pay for the decision
September 14, 2026
40% of cargo, millions of euros and a thousand jobs – Liepāja SEZ warns of consequences if transit ban is adopted
September 8, 2026

If cargo traffic towards the east were completely halted, total cargo turnover at the Port of Liepāja would fall by around 40%, representatives…

Rain continues in Latvia, monthly precipitation norm already exceeded in many areas
September 7, 2026
Scammers never rest! Relatives of Latvians missing in Nepal targeted by fraudsters
September 2, 2026

Politics

BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist’s view: Should officials start their working day by taking a breathalyser test?
September 18, 2026
From 5% for defence to abolishing the State Defence Service – what Latvian parties promise on national security ahead of the Saeima election
September 17, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: New Unity – from election winner to fighting for survival in the Saeima
September 16, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: A new face, old baggage and a fresh scandal – what is ZZS taking into the election?
September 14, 2026
Far-right could join government in Sweden after elections
September 11, 2026
Saxony-Anhalt election: blow to Merz, warning to Europe
September 8, 2026

Business

Stevedoring companies accuse NA of populism over grain transit: loud slogans with no understanding of consequences for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   September 17, 2026

The Latvian Stevedoring Companies Association (LSA) has sharply criticised the National Alliance’s (NA) proposed ban on the transit of Russian grain, arguing that…

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airBaltic owes money to thousands – up to 25,000 creditors, largest claim at 66.5 million dollars
By Ogres   September 14, 2026
Transit ban could cost hundreds of millions – stevedoring companies urge Saeima not to rush
By Ogres   September 9, 2026
Latvian ports are not refusing to accept domestic grain
By Ogres   September 8, 2026
Estonia puts Omniva up for sale – auction starting price set at 52 million euros
By Ogres   September 4, 2026

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described the defeat of his party, the Christian Democrats (CDU), in the state elections as catastrophic, yet remains…

French far-right criticizes Russia
Ogres September 21, 2026

The attitude of French far-right forces toward Russia has not been uniform; however, on the 19th of September, the National Rally (RN) issued…

More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
Ogres September 21, 2026
Zelensky to meet Trump at UN General Assembly
Ogres September 21, 2026
Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
Ogres September 21, 2026

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
September 21, 2026
French far-right criticizes Russia
September 21, 2026
More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 21, 2026
Zelensky to meet Trump at UN General Assembly
September 21, 2026
Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
September 21, 2026
Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
September 18, 2026

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More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 21, 2026
Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
September 21, 2026
How did data on 1.2 million people leak from CSDD? Investigation reveals multiple failures
September 18, 2026

The data breach at Latvia’s Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) was facilitated by several shortcomings in cybersecurity management, including inadequate security testing, insufficient…

“Possible casualties” – Sārts warns of escalation of Russia’s hybrid war in Europe
September 18, 2026
Pellet prices begin to fall in Latvia – producers predict what will happen next
September 18, 2026

World

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described the defeat of his party, the Christian Democrats (CDU), in the state elections as catastrophic, yet remains…

French far-right criticizes Russia
Ogres September 21, 2026

The attitude of French far-right forces toward Russia has not been uniform; however, on the 19th of September, the National Rally (RN) issued…

Zelensky to meet Trump at UN General Assembly
Ogres September 21, 2026
Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
Ogres September 18, 2026
Estonia ready to close border in event of Russian mobilization
Ogres September 18, 2026

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Russia plans to deploy up to 115,000 troops near the borders of Northern Europe and the Baltic States

11.06.202611.06.2026 Ogres

Russia is actively expanding military infrastructure near its borders with Northern European and Baltic countries and plans to station up to 115,000 troops…

Orange warning issued in Latvia for severe thunderstorms on Thursday

11.06.202611.06.2026 Ogres

Weather conditions in Latvia on Thursday, the 11th of June, will be influenced by a cyclone whose center is expected to move across…

Anti-immigrant violence erupts in Belfast

10.06.202610.06.2026 Ogres

Violence against migrants has erupted in Belfast after a Sudanese man was charged with attempted murder, with masked men setting houses and vehicles…

Economy Minister warns: Latvia’s port competitiveness must be strengthened immediately

10.06.202610.06.2026 Ogres

Latvia’s Economy Minister Viktors Valainis met with representatives of the Latvian Stevedoring Companies Association on the 10th of June to discuss key challenges…

New EU sanctions to hit Russian economy, soldiers

10.06.202611.06.2026 Ogres

The European Union has unveiled a new package of sanctions against Russia, targeting the aggressor’s banking, energy and trade sectors in an attempt…

Greece approves procedure to speed up migrant returns

10.06.202614.06.2026 Ogres

The Greek parliament has approved a law that will allow for the accelerated return of rejected asylum seekers to their countries of origin…

Grain dryers and storage facilities can resemble oil depots – farmers warn of potential damage from drones

10.06.202610.06.2026 Ogres

Drone incursions and related incidents pose a real threat to Latvian farmers, as agricultural facilities and infrastructure can often resemble strategic or critical…

Trump and Netanyahu wanted to transform the Middle East; got a long-term crisis

10.06.202610.06.2026 Ogres

British journalist Jeremy Bowen has pointed out that US and Israeli leaders hoped that victory over Iran would transform the Middle East, but…

VIDEO | Turbulent night across Russia as drones strike multiple targets

10.06.202615.06.2026 Ogres

Ukraine’s Defense Forces reportedly used domestically produced “Flamingo” (FP-5) long-range missiles to attack the VNIIR-Progress military manufacturing plant in Cheboksary, the capital of…

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