The leaders of Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia have stated the need for a joint decision on dismantling railway connections with Russia and Belarus. The presidents of the Baltic countries discussed this issue and handed it over to the ministers for further consideration.
The Latvian government is exploring the possibility of completely dismantling railway tracks leading to Russia, following a meeting between President Edgars Rinkēvičs and Prime Minister Evika Siliņa on November 26. The first conclusions of the analysis, conducted with the participation of the National Armed Forces and in coordination with Lithuania and Estonia, are expected in early 2026.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže arrived in Kyiv on November 26, where she was met by her Ukrainian counterpart Andriy Sybiha. She declared the support of the Latvian government and society for Ukraine in its struggle for a peaceful future.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated his Latvian counterpart Edgars Rinkēvičs on Latvia's Independence Day. Ukraine is grateful to Latvia for its unwavering support and active stance.
On October 30, the Saeima of Latvia adopted a bill on the country's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention. 56 deputies voted for denunciation, 32 against, and two abstained.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Anatolii Kutsevol from the post of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the Republic of Latvia. Kutsevol held this position since December 2022, and before that worked in the Cabinet of Ministers and the Presidential Administration.
NATO Chiefs of Staff discussed recent airspace violations by Russian forces. The President of Latvia called for strengthening air defense and transforming Baltic air policing into an air defense mission.
A Russian fighter jet flew over a German Navy frigate in the Baltic Sea, which German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius called a provocation. He compared the incident to recent Russian violations of Polish and Estonian airspace.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated at the UN General Assembly that Russia seeks a world where brute force prevails over international law. He emphasized that Ukraine is fighting for international order, and Russia has accomplices such as Iran and North Korea.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated at the UN General Assembly that Russia's invasion of European airspace indicates a threat of destabilization for all European countries. He emphasized the growing "disagreements" that hinder the global order.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that NATO must be ready to use force in response to Russia's actions. This will help prevent future airspace violations, especially if Russian aircraft continue to violate NATO airspace.
Russian kamikaze drones, while attacking Ukraine, violated Polish airspace, causing international resonance. World leaders call for increased support for Ukraine and the defense of Europe.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held an online meeting with newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki. The parties coordinated common diplomatic positions ahead of major diplomatic events.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of Poland Karol Nawrocki. As well as a number of other European leaders who supported Ukraine after Russia's massive attack.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs commented on the meeting between Trump and Putin, noting that the coming weeks will show whether Russia seeks a settlement of the war. He emphasized the need for serious guarantees for a peace agreement and continued pressure on the Russian Federation.
Latvia joins the NATO PURL mechanism, allocating at least 2 million euros for the purchase of weapons for Ukraine. This initiative provides for the centralized procurement of critically needed weapons, in particular air defense systems.
Contacts with leaders of other countries and ways to end the Russian-Ukrainian war were discussed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs discussed a new instrument for supplying weapons to Ukraine, PURL, which Latvia is ready to join. Ukraine's European integration path and the need to open a negotiation cluster were also discussed.
In the first five months of 2025, 223. 4 thousand bicycles were imported to Ukraine for a total of almost 12 million dollars. This is 20% more than in the same period last year.
A 39-year-old cyclist was injured during an active holiday in the mountains of Lviv region. Rescuers lowered him to the foot of the mountain and handed him over to medics for hospitalization.
UN countries supported Latvia, which nominated its candidacy for the first time. Latvia pledged to promote peace, security and sustainable development, receiving 178 votes.
Latvia has officially withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits anti-personnel mines, due to the changing security situation and Russian aggression. The authorities assure that they will adhere to the norms of humanitarian law.
Russian pranksters deceived Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti by posing as the President of Latvia. Kurti's office stated that this incident confirms Russia's obsession with Kosovo.
