Police in Latvia detain 35 people on 9 May
On Monday, 9 May, police in Latvia detained a total of 35 people and commenced a total of 49 administrative violation procedures, as…
Moscow’s Garden in Riga to be renamed Latgales Park
Riga City Council City Development Committee has supported the proposal to rename Moscow’s Garden into Latgales Park. This will restore the park’s original…
Putin seeks to justify invasion in May 9 speech, but no mention of mobilisation
Vladimir Putin in Russia’s Victory Day ceremony has made a speech, where he did not reveal the Kremlin’s further steps in its war…
Saeima speaker: Latvia will continue providing Ukraine with practical and military aid
«Ukraine’s complete victory is in our interests, as is the restoration of their independence and territorial integrity. This is a requirement for lasting…
Latvian authorities request criminal prosecution for fictive Covid-19 vaccination
On Monday, 9 May, Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) has submitted a request to the Prosecution Office for Investigation of Public Office…
National Alliance once again proposes transitioning to education only in Latvian language
Latvian political party National Alliance (NA) has submitted amendments to the Education Law that provide for ensuring all education in the country is…
Estonian hotels see rise in tourist numbers in spring
In March, Estonian tourist accommodation businesses have seen an increase in the number of both internal and foreign tourists, as more than 192…
Day 75 of war in Ukraine: No victory to celebrate, Russian families looking for soldiers, Azovstal defenders have 600 wounded under siege
On the 75th day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which coincides with Russia’s national holiday of Victory Day, Moscow has still not reached…
Latvia scheduled to receive new electric trains by end of 2023
The management of Pasažieru vilciens and Škoda Vagonka have signed amendments to the standing contract for the supply of electric trains, equipment and…
