Epstein case in Latvia: investigation depends on US response
February 9, 2026
International Atomic Energy Agency delegation leaves for Zaporizhzhia Power Plant
The mission of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IEAE) sets off for the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant to inspect the situation on the…
Estonian Government agreed on public sector wage rises in 2023 state budget
All three coalition parties agree that, despite rising inflation, public sector wages must be substantially increased next year, informs Estonian broadcaster ERR. Finance…
First and last president of USSR Mikhail Gorbachev passes away
The first and last president of USSR Mikhail Gorbachev passed away in the evening on Tuesday, 30 August, as reported by global news…
Estonians mostly indifferent to Soviet era monuments
A survey commissioned by the Government Office revealed that for many Estonians World War II memorials built during the Soviet era carry little…
EU plans to cancel fast issue of visas to Russian citizens
The European Union plans to cancel the agreement under which Russian citizens are provided quick issue of visas, as reported by EU diplomat…
Authorities install first several kilometres of permanent fence on Latvian-Belarusian border
According to information from the Ministry of the Interior, work is underway on the Latvian-Belarusian border. 57 km of territory have been cleared…
Germany and France against a ban on tourist visas for Russians
Germany and France have issued a joint warning against a ban on tourist visas for Russians, saying such a step, supported by other…
Latvian Education Ministry considers dropping budget spots; may offer co-payment
While looking at options for higher education, Latvia’s Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) mentioned the option of terminating budget and paid spots…
United Nations’ nuclear chief has arrived in Kyiv
Russia has shelled the corridor, which is necessary for an IAEA mission to reach the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant, in broad daylight on…
