Coalition to hear Defence Minister on Latvia’s position regarding the United States
An explanation from Defence Minister Andris Sprūds (Progressives) on the defence sector’s stance toward the United States is scheduled to be heard at…
“A disgusting feeling” – defendant in Kariņš case claims KNAB wiretapped his calls
In the so-called special flights case of former Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš, the accused, former State Chancellery Director Jānis Citskovskis, claims that his…
Rain and snowflakes early in the week in Latvia, temperatures up to +15°C over the weekend
On Monday and Tuesday, light rain is expected in some areas, while during the night into Tuesday, a few snowflakes may also appear…
BNN Interview | “Seniors need help now, not years from now” – minister on mistakes in Latvian policy
The scope of responsibility of the Minister of Welfare has always been one of the most politically sensitive. Pensions, social issues, support for…
European leaders accuse Orbán of blackmail and disloyalty
After Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán used his veto power to block a loan to Ukraine, European Union leaders have accused him of…
Russia clamps down internet
As the Kremlin seeks to gain greater control over internet access, it is being felt by everyone – from office workers waiting for…
VIDEO | Migrants pray en masse on a sidewalk in Pļavnieki; Ratnieks refers case to State Security Service
Following a video recorded by residents showing a group of migrants praying on a pedestrian sidewalk in the Pļavnieki district, Riga Vice Mayor…
BNN IN FOCUS | “We support them, they support us” – political scientist on Latvia’s choice in the Hormuz issue
One of the key global issues this week has been US President Donald Trump’s call for NATO countries to help secure the Strait…
19 Latvian seafarers currently in the Persian Gulf
There are currently 19 Latvian seafarers in the Persian Gulf region, the Ministry of Transport (SM) reported. At the same time, no vessels…
