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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

The rental market in Lithuania: a roadblock for foreigners
Ogres February 3, 2026

A study by the Lithuanian Equal Rights Ombudsman shows that foreigners in Lithuania face obstacles when they want to rent housing; a public…

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
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

The rental market in Lithuania: a roadblock for foreigners
February 3, 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

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

The rental market in Lithuania: a roadblock for foreigners
Ogres February 3, 2026

A study by the Lithuanian Equal Rights Ombudsman shows that foreigners in Lithuania face obstacles when they want to rent housing; a public…

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
Czechs take to the streets to show support for President Pavel
Ogres February 2, 2026

Latest Posts

Serial apartment offers on a rise on Latvia’s housing market

17.10.2022 Ogres

In Q3 2022 the number of serial apartment offers in Riga increased significantly. Since the start of the year their numbers have almost…

Army vehicles on city streets. Politologist allows for military coup in Moscow

17.10.2022 Ogres

A military coup is possible in Moscow; army vehicles are seen on the city streets, said Abbas Galyamov, politologist and speech writer to…

BNN summary of the week: Round two. Missile attack on Ukraine. Inflation

16.10.202216.10.2022 Ogres

The second round of coalition formation talks continued last week. The process has helped outline topics on which parties can and cannot reach…

Week in Lithuania: Ruling Conservative MPs disagree over VAT on food; President’s remark on German army and marriage sparks outrage

15.10.202215.10.2022 Ogres

Last week, Lithuania announced it plans to borrow 6.7 billion euros next year, 3 percent GDP defence budget plan scrapped. Bronze Age settlement…

Second round of coalition formation talks is done; fate of Progressive Party still unclear

14.10.2022 Ogres

In accordance with President Egils Levits invitation, this week New Unity held in-depth with potential coalition partners – Combined List, National Alliance and…

Ombudsman notices risks for human rights in military service law

14.10.2022 Ogres

The current redaction of the Law on National Defence Service (VAD) has many problems, including risks for human rights, as concluded by ombudsman…

PHOTO | removal of Soviet Victory Monument’s sculptures is officially complete in Pārdaugava

14.10.2022 Ogres

The demolition and removal of sculptures and debris left from the Monument to the Liberators of Soviet Latvia and Riga from the German…

Belarus commences covert mobilisation

14.10.2022 Ogres

The President of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko has decided to perform a covert mobilisation in the country in order to reinforce army regiments, as…

New Unity and National Alliance argue over social topics; NA still insists on three-party coalition

14.10.202214.10.2022 Ogres

After more in-depth discussions with potential coalition partners it became clear New Unity (JV) has similarities and differences with each potential partner party….

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