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Latvia’s prime minister proposes banning the transit of Russian grain through the Baltic states to force Moscow to open the Black Sea. This would support Ukraine’s exports.
EU leaders have resumed discussions on using Russian assets to support Ukraine. Belgium stated that its position remains unchanged.
European leaders fear that Trump is increasingly supporting Moscow and pressuring Kyiv. The EU plans to continue helping Ukraine without wavering.
Lithuania imposed national sanctions against Usmanov and Fridman after they were removed from the EU list. They were also banned from entering the country.
Lukashenko denied Belarus’s involvement in the October 6 incident at the border with Latvia. He claimed that the event was allegedly staged for EU money.
The Ukrainian duo placed third in the 10-meter air pistol mixed team event. This is Ukraine’s first medal of the 2026 season.
Riga considers the agreement on the supply of Russian diesel fuel a contradictory signal and calls on Washington to strengthen sanctions against moscow. Zelenskyy called the decision unworthy and weak.
A committee of the Latvian Saeima postponed consideration of amendments on simplified permanent residence permits for Ukrainians. A decision is expected after the Ministry of Finance issues its opinion.
The prime ministers of Estonia and Latvia and the president of Lithuania called on the EU to ban the transit of Russian grain. The issue will be considered next week.
A Riga court found Polina Kamlova guilty of transferring €43 for equipment for Russian military personnel in Ukraine. She received a six-year prison sentence.
Lithuania plans to temporarily deploy up to 100 military personnel to assist border guards near Kaliningrad. The decision was called preventive due to possible mobilization in Russia.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister said that Moscow was behind the incident involving armed individuals and migrants on the Latvia–Belarus border. Ukraine supported Latvia.
Armed escorts threatened Latvian military personnel and forcibly directed around 20 migrants across the border from Belarus. The NBS called it a provocation.
Johann Wadephul said that Putin may have plans concerning Georgia, Moldova, the Baltic states and Poland. He called Russia's imperialism a threat to Europe.
Russia may try to destabilize NATO through acts of sabotage, drones, and limited operations. The expert believes that the allies have enough strength to fight back.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs’s party won 35. 3% of the vote and 42 seats. He promises to maintain support for Ukraine and a tough stance toward Moscow.
An exit poll projects 35. 6% of the vote for Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs’s “United List.” The final results and the composition of the coalition have not yet been determined.
17 EU countries demand that nearly €900 billion for agricultural and regional policy be preserved in the 2028–2034 budget. The initiative is coordinated by Italy and Romania.
As of now, 177,319 Latvian citizens have voted. The highest turnout was recorded in Saulkrasti Municipality, and the lowest in Rēzekne Municipality.
A married couple is suspected of passing information about NATO forces and support for Ukraine to Russian intelligence. One of them photographed a base from a private aircraft.
Edgars Rinkēvičs said that Latvian laws do not prohibit the deployment of nuclear weapons in the country. No negotiations are currently underway, but if NATO makes such a decision, it will be carried out.
Five Ukrainians will stand trial for stealing five expensive cars in France as part of the international Matador operation. They face up to 12 years in prison.
Lithuania added Usmanov and Fridman to its persona non grata list after the EU sanctions were lifted. Latvia and Estonia are preparing similar measures.
At the training ground in Ādaži, fire from an Italian weapon struck another military vehicle. One servicemember is in more serious condition, but there is no threat to life.
Experts do not expect a total shortage, but advise keeping a small reserve. UNN explains what container to choose and how long to store fuel.
Lithuania and Poland are assessing the logistics and infrastructure for evacuating residents of the Baltic countries. Particular attention will be paid to the Suwałki Corridor.
More than 50 UN member states, as well as the EU, called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and peace talks with Ukraine. They also demand the return of civilians and prisoners of war.
European Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis called on the EU not to weaken its support for Ukraine and to increase economic pressure on Russia.
Emmanuel Macron approved talks on Latvia's participation in the French nuclear deterrence initiative. Paris will also strengthen air defense.
Latvia has already imposed national sanctions on Usmanov and Fridman, while Estonia is preparing a similar decision after the EU restrictions are lifted. Ukraine has called on other countries to follow this example.