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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
“Focus on construction, not talk” – Latvia’s Transport Minister pushes back against Rail Baltica delay forecasts
January 29, 2026

The task of Latvia’s national implementer of the Rail Baltica project, SIA Eiropas dzelzceļa līnijas (EDzL), is to focus on construction rather than…

Rail Baltica without a clear end in sight: the first phase in Latvia may be stalled for another five years
January 28, 2026
Police in Latvia are struggling not because of pay, but because of the system – SAO delivers a harsh verdict
January 27, 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

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

British military bases saw a surge in drone sightings in 2025, highlighting the changing nature of warfare and prompting the government to give…

A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
Ogres February 2, 2026
After paid trips to China, representatives of various sectors have become lobbyists for China’s interests, VDD concludes
Ogres February 2, 2026
Czechs take to the streets to show support for President Pavel
Ogres February 2, 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
Czechs take to the streets to show support for President Pavel
February 2, 2026
Latvia named among possible recruitment locations for underage girls in newly released Epstein case materials
February 2, 2026

Social

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
Frost down to –30°C: the start of the week in Latvia will be especially cold
February 2, 2026

In the first half of the week, the weather will remain not only cold but also dry. Under the influence of colder air…

BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia is facing a payment crisis, not an energy crisis – political scientist says
January 30, 2026
Latvia’s Interior Ministry: Cold weather is no reason to relax – enhanced border security remains in force
January 30, 2026

World

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

British military bases saw a surge in drone sightings in 2025, highlighting the changing nature of warfare and prompting the government to give…

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
Chinese rocket expected to re-enter atmosphere; current forecasts – debris could fall in Latvia
Ogres January 30, 2026

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Finland to limit entry to the country for Russian citizens

03.10.202203.10.2022 Ogres

From 30 September onward Finland will deny entry to the country for Russian citizens who have tourist visas. This means European Union’s land…

Latvia’s PM says he is prepared to lead the government again

03.10.2022 Ogres

The current Prime Minister of Latvia Krišjānis Kariņš says he is prepared to become PM again and lead the new government. When asked…

Using EU funds, Latvia has plans to develop more than 2 000 electric car recharge points

03.10.2022 Ogres

Latvia’s power network distributor Sadales tīkls JSC and other state institutions have plans to develop more than 2 000 public electric vehicle recharge…

More than 4 200 Russian citizens allowed to cross Latvia’s border in September

03.10.202203.10.2022 Ogres

Since 19 September, when Latvian government’s decision regarding restrictions for non-essential travel came to force, the influx of Russian citizens has declined by…

Ukrainian authorities claim Russian army’s losses exceed 60 000 troops

03.10.202203.10.2022 Ogres

The losses Russian armed forces have suffered in Ukraine so far have reached 60 110 troops, as reported by General Staff of the…

Latvia’s corruption watchdog to investigate claims of Putin’s possible payments to Ainārs Šlesers

03.10.2022 Ogres

Latvia’s Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureay (KNAB) has taken notice of information that suggests Russian President Vladimir Putin may have paid money to…

Latvia’s14th Saeima gradually taking shape

03.10.2022 Ogres

New Unity showed the best results in the recent Saeima elections, receiving 18.97% of votes and 26 mandates, according to results compiled by…

BNN summary of the week: More support. Eastern border. Only in Latvian language. Nord Stream

02.10.2022 Ogres

With 1 October coming up and 14th Saeima elections on the nose, both Saeima deputies and members of the Cabinet of Ministers worked…

14th Saeima elections are on in Latvia; citizens able to vote 07:00 to 20:00

02.10.202202.10.2022 Ogres

This morning, 1 October, 949 election sites opened up in Latvia for 14th Saeima elections. Election sites will remain open until 20:00 p.m….

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