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Latvia

Country in Europe
The Republic of Latvia is a country in the Baltic region of Northern Europe, on the coast of the Baltic Sea. It borders Estonia, Lithuania, Russia, and Belarus. Its area is approximately 64,589 km². The population is about 1.857 million people (2025). The capital is Riga. The independent Republic of Latvia was founded on November 18, 1918, after the collapse of the Russian Empire. The country's independence was interrupted in June 1940 by its forced incorporation into the Soviet Union, after which it was restored in August 1991.
1991
Restoration of state independence
2004
The country joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
2004
The state became a full member of the European Union
2007
The country joined the Schengen Agreement
2010
The country's economy successfully emerged from recession
2014
The state introduced the single European currency, the euro
2015
The country held the presidency of the Council of the European Union
2023
The country ratified the Istanbul Convention on preventing violence against women
2025
The country was elected to the UN Security Council
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Latvia will transfer almost a hundred units of medical equipment to Ukrainian hospitals

Latvia will transfer to the Ukrainian hospital m, 80 units of medical equipment, including artificial ventilation devices and monitors for monitoring patients, at a cost of 343,308 euros.

Politics • June 26, 10:43 AM • 28993 views
Latvia obliges Russian residents to take the Latin language exam to extend their residence permit

Latvian authorities have ordered all Russians living in Ukraine who received citizenship before 2003 to pass the Latvian language exam to extend their residence permit, which affected about 5,000 Russian citizens.

Society • June 21, 02:34 AM • 108220 views
Latvia will soon send a second batch of drones to Ukraine

Latvia will soon send Ukraine the second batch of drones purchased as part of the drone coalition, after having already sent the first batch.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 12:36 PM • 41139 views
Iraq and Jordan refuse to sign joint communiqué on peace in Ukraine

Iraq and Jordan withdrew their signatures from the joint communiqué of the Global Peace Summit, bringing the document aimed at achieving peace in Ukraine to 78 countries.

Politics • June 16, 09:34 PM • 106653 views
Eight EU countries propose to restrict the movement of Russian diplomats in Europe - Reuters

Eight EU countries, including the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, and the Czech Republic, called for a ban on Russian diplomats traveling freely in the Schengen area.

News of the World • June 13, 12:39 PM • 14351 views
Speakers of Poland and the Baltic states supported Ukraine's right to self - defense, which provides for strikes on the territory of the Russian Federation- Stefanchuk

The heads of parliaments of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Ukraine adopted a joint declaration in which they commit to continue cooperation in the field of security, support Ukraine's path to NATO and EU membership, and called for the lifting of restrictions on the supply of Western weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 01:10 PM • 18913 views
Stoltenberg: NATO eastern flank summit to discuss how to ensure Ukraine's support on a stronger basis

According to the NATO Secretary General, the eastern flank summit in Latvia will discuss ensuring stronger and more reliable support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 12:54 PM • 15367 views
Hungarian President will not join the Group of 9 summit in Riga: allies are considering excluding the country from the defense club

Hungary will not participate in the Bucharest Nine summit in Riga. The Allies are considering the possibility of excluding the country from the defense club.

Politics • June 11, 07:16 AM • 24400 views
Stefanchuk held a private meeting with speakers of the parliaments of Poland and the Baltic states

Ruslan Stefanchuk, chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, met with speakers from the parliaments of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia to discuss strengthening support for Ukraine, including lifting restrictions on arms supplies and improving the effectiveness of sanctions against Russia.

Politics • June 10, 05:54 PM • 24226 views
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada will take part in the summit of heads of parliaments of Poland and the Baltic states: support for Ukraine will be discussed

Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk will visit Poland on June 10-11 to participate in the summit of the parliamentary leaders of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, dedicated to strengthening support for Ukraine.

Politics • June 10, 11:24 AM • 19491 views
In Germany, the Conservatives are leading in the European Parliament elections

In the European Parliament elections in Germany, the conservative CDU / CSU bloc received about 30% of the vote.

News of the World • June 9, 05:07 PM • 40499 views
EU elections: Italy, Slovakia, Latvia and Malta elect MEPs

Citizens of Slovakia, Italy, Latvia and Malta vote for members of the European Parliament on June 8, while Germany and most other EU states will vote on June 9.

News of the World • June 8, 11:15 AM • 23730 views
Macron on the possible victory of the far-right in the euroelections: Europe has never known such a threat

French President Macron has warned against not attending the euro elections this weekend. According to his calculations, this will play into the hands of the growing ultra-right.

News of the World • June 8, 08:55 AM • 24142 views
Belarus is likely to form a new military brigade armed with Iskanders: the media released satellite images

In Belarus, two new hangars resembling shelters for Iskander missile systems are being built in a military unit in Osipovichi, as well as abandoned barracks and an administrative building are being reconstructed, which provides for the potential placement of additional Iskander complexes capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

News of the World • June 7, 04:37 PM • 24115 views
Latvia will now be more severely punished for deliberate evasion of mobilization

Latvia increases the penalty for deliberate evasion of mobilization, providing for imprisonment for up to 3 years.

News of the World • June 7, 07:24 AM • 17324 views
12 EU countries called for approval of the framework for negotiations on the accession of Ukraine and Moldova to the European Union

Czech minister for European affairs Martin Dvorak initiated an appeal signed by 12 countries calling for approval of the framework for negotiations on Ukraine and Moldova's accession to the EU, noting that their reform efforts deserve support and solidarity.

Politics • June 5, 04:59 PM • 64189 views
Only the defeat of the aggressor can guarantee peace: Podolyak explained why restrictions on Western weapons for Ukraine should be lifted

With such a volume of aggression and war crimes on the part of the Russian Federation, real peace can only be guaranteed in the event of a military victory for Ukraine. It is the partners who should abandon delays and provide Kiev with weapons.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 03:04 PM • 22247 views
Great Britain and Latvia announced a tender for the purchase of FPV drones for Ukraine

The United Kingdom and Latvia have announced a tender for the purchase of drones from Western manufacturers for supply to Ukraine as part of the coalition to create the capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 01:40 PM • 37955 views
Russia threatens the United States with "serious consequences" for allowing Ukraine to strike with American weapons

Russia is threatening the United States with" serious consequences " for allowing Ukraine to strike Russian territory with American weapons, calling on the United States to take Putin's warnings seriously.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 02:11 PM • 27258 views
Odessa RMA calculated international assistance from partners

The Odessa regional state administration has received significant assistance from international partners, including the EU, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy, Greece, Germany, France, the United States and Norway. Partners transfer medical equipment, ambulances, electric generators and other support for the restoration and development of the region.

Society • June 1, 12:58 PM • 34823 views
It Coalition has already raised 58 million euros to help Ukraine, Spain will soon join the initiative-Defense Ministry

The IT coalition, led by Estonia and Luxembourg, raised 58 million euros to help Ukraine, and Spain soon joined the initiative.

Politics • May 31, 02:10 PM • 24231 views
Luxury cars were stolen in EU countries: an international group of criminals was neutralized

An international criminal organization specializing in the theft of luxury cars from leasing companies in the EU countries was liquidated during a joint operation with the participation of law enforcement agencies of Ukraine, France, Spain, Poland and Europol.

Crimes and emergencies • May 31, 11:48 AM • 22856 views
Ukraine and Norway sign security agreement

Ukraine and Norway signed a security agreement in Stockholm, while Norway pledged to provide long-term military and non-military support to Ukraine, including allocating more than 6 billion euros for 2023-2027.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 11:29 AM • 23933 views
Ukraine and Iceland sign security agreement

Ukraine and Iceland have signed a comprehensive security agreement that provides long-term economic, humanitarian, defense support and cooperation for Ukraine's future membership in the EU and NATO.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 10:59 AM • 22648 views
Ukraine and Sweden sign security agreement

Ukraine and Sweden have signed an agreement on security cooperation, which strengthens their partnership in the field of security.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 09:07 AM • 23157 views
Now this is not a discussion: the Latvian Foreign Minister rejected discussions about the possible sending of troops to Ukraine

Latvia rejects discussions about deploying troops in Ukraine, but supports Ukraine's right to strike legitimate military installations in Russia with weapons provided, if necessary to protect against Russian aggression.

Politics • May 30, 04:25 PM • 23630 views
Euro 2026 Futsal: Ukraine's men's national team gets opponents in the main qualifying round

Ukraine's men's futsal team will play against Romania, Germany, and Cyprus in the qualifying cycle for Euro 2026, with the best team from the group directly qualifying for the final tournament in Lithuania and Latvia.

Sports • May 30, 01:02 PM • 19373 views
In Prague, Shmyhal and EU leaders discussed the supply of artillery ammunition, air defense systems, and increasing Ukrainian defense production

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with the leaders of the Czech Republic, Latvia, Denmark, the Netherlands and Poland in Prague to discuss key issues of support for Ukraine's struggle for independence, including the supply of artillery ammunition, air defense systems, increasing Ukrainian defense production and preparations for the Global Peace Summit.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 01:40 AM • 67710 views
The Presidential Administration announced details of the security agreement with Portugal

Ukraine and Portugal signed a bilateral security agreement that provides Ukraine with military support worth at least 126 million euros this year, confirming participation in the F-16 coalition, the International Maritime Security Coalition, and the large-caliber ammunition program.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 05:54 PM • 41873 views
Shmyhal and Czech Prime Minister discuss implementation of artillery initiative

Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with his Czech counterpart Petr Fiala in Prague to discuss the implementation of the artillery initiative, increased pressure on Russia through sanctions, and the confiscation of its frozen assets.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 04:20 PM • 76250 views