92% of Ukrainians plan a vacation in the summer of 2026, almost 70% choose to vacation in Ukraine. Popular foreign destinations are Turkey, Egypt, and European countries.
Latvian Prime Minister proposes that the EU appoint a representative for negotiations with the Russian Federation. Europe wants to have its own mandate to participate in the process of ending the war.
In the autumn, Denmark will send 850 troops to Latvia to replace the Swedish contingent. Minister Jeppe Bruus called this a step toward deterring Russia.
The Netherlands has handed over an Alkmaar-class minehunter named Henichesk to Ukraine. The fleet now has five such vessels for searching for and neutralizing naval mines.
Vilnius Airport rescheduled three flights affecting 480 passengers due to an aerial threat. The unidentified object turned out to be a standard meteorological balloon.
The President of Ukraine discussed the implementation of the Drone Deal and SAFE projects with the Latvian Minister of Defense. Ukraine will share its experience in sky protection and air defense.
A concert by rapper Xzibit has been canceled in Riga due to his performances in Russia during the war. The Coyote Fly club made this decision following the intervention of state authorities.
Zelenskyy stated the impossibility of defending Europe without Ukraine's participation in NATO. The NB8 leaders confirmed the state's importance for the security of the entire continent.
Zelenskyy and the new Prime Minister of Latvia signed an agreement on the joint production of drones. The document also provides for the development of air defense systems and the exchange of technologies.
NATO fighter jets destroyed a foreign drone in Latvian airspace. General Lejiņš announced the doubling of the country's defense capabilities by the end of the year.
French fighter jets destroyed a drone that entered Latvia. An orange alert level was declared in the border regions.
The Alliance has established the FLF unit in Finland for rapid response. The new military unit also includes a Swedish combat group.
The European Commission will tighten visa rules for Russians following complaints from 11 countries. New security measures will be introduced within the framework of the Visa Code.
Eleven countries are demanding that the European Commission stop issuing Schengen visas to citizens of the Russian Federation. In 2025, Russians received more than 620 thousand entry permits.
Air raid alerts were issued in Estonia and Latvia due to the appearance of drones. NATO Baltic Air Policing fighters were scrambled to intercept the targets.
The Prime Minister of Latvia has instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to develop a plan to halt exports and imports with the Russian Federation. Exceptions may be possible for pharmaceuticals following the coordination of decisions with the European Union.
Yuliia Svyrydenko discussed the transfer of equipment from thermal power plants with the Latvian side. This will help restore the energy system and prepare for winter.
Fraudsters swindled foreigners out of more than 100,000 euros through investment schemes. The organizers were detained during a joint operation between Ukraine and Latvia.
Latvia is installing three rows of concrete blocks on the border with the Russian Federation to deter military equipment. Work within the Baltic Defense Line is expected to be completed by 2028.
The Saeima of Latvia has approved a new government led by Andris Kulbergs. The coalition includes four parties, replacing the Cabinet of Ministers of Evika Siliņa.
By mid-year, the 1GNC corps will take over command of troops in Estonia and Latvia. This decision will strengthen the deterrence of Russia on the eastern flank.
Latvia and the Netherlands will test drones at the Selija military training ground. The agreement provides for strengthening the allied presence near the borders of the Russian Federation and Belarus.
The EU fears that the Russian Federation will attack the Baltics or the Arctic to test NATO unity. Putin may resort to escalation due to heavy losses and the stalemate at the front.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Russian Federation is incapable of a large-scale offensive against NATO. However, the Kremlin may resort to sabotage and provocations below the threshold of invasion.
Germany and the Netherlands will provide a joint corps to protect Latvia and Estonia. The new structure will allow for the rapid deployment of up to 60 thousand troops.
Gitanas Nausėda called for the strengthening of air defense due to rising hybrid threats and incidents involving Russian drones. Europe must take concrete action to protect its borders.
Zelenskyy hinted at Lukashenko's illegitimacy due to Tsikhanouskaya's participation in the international summit. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to discuss relations specifically with her.
Russia has deployed 36 antennas in Kaliningrad to spoof GPS signals within a 450 km radius. This creates constant interference for aviation and communications in EU countries.
Latvia will receive new air defense radars based on Ukraine's recommendations for drone protection. The systems were selected following the crash of a drone in Lake Drīdzis.
The President of Latvia has tasked Andris Kulbergs with forming a government following the resignation of Evika Siliņa. The coalition collapsed due to disagreements over national security.
