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NATO Jets Down Drone After Airspace Breach in Latvia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) NATO fighter aircraft participating in the Baltic Air Policing mission shot down a foreign drone after it entered Latvian airspace on Monday, Latvia’s armed forces announced.
NATO Jets Shoot Down Foreign Drone Over Latvia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) NATO fighter jets downed a foreign unmanned aerial vehicle that breached Latvian airspace Monday, the country's armed forces confirmed, in the latest incident highlighting the spillover risks of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war on Alliance...
Latvia Urges NATO to Prioritize Defense and Deterrence
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Türkiye, Latvia has emphasized the need for the alliance to reinforce its collective defense capabilities and adapt to evolving security challenges.
Riga Council Revokes Mandate of MP Amid Legal Case
MENAFN
(MENAFN) The Riga City Council has revoked the mandate of council member Aleksey Roslikov, who had previously been prevented from participating in council sessions remotely from Belarus after relocating there amid legal proceedings in Latvia,...
Moscow Claims Latvia Allowing Ukrainian Drone Operations Against Russia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service has accused Latvia of permitting Ukraine to use Latvian territory for possible drone strikes targeting Russian sites.
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Planning Drone Operations via Latvia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) asserted on Tuesday that Ukraine is allegedly organizing another series of drone assaults targeting Russian territories, with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) expected to be launched from Latvian...
Latvia Launches USD43.6M Plan to Encourage Green Vehicle Adoption
MENAFN
(MENAFN) According to reports, the Latvian government has approved a €40 million program aimed at increasing the purchase of environmentally friendly vehicles among private individuals.
HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026 Agenda : Where Compliance Meets Reality and Growth Gets Tested
EIN Presswire
RIGA, LATVIA, April 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- HIPTHER has officially released the full agenda for HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026, taking place on 11 May 2026 at the Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, setting the stage for one of the region’s most...
EcoModular Signs Exclusivity Agreement to Acquire Industrial Facility in Ventspils Free Port, Latvia
EIN Presswire
Irish volumetric modular manufacturer secures major European production base to address Europe’s acute affordable housing shortage DUBLIN, IRELAND, April 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- EcoModular (Ascotway Limited), an Irish-incorporated...
Latvia Reports Drone Incursion from Russia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Latvia’s military reported that an unidentified unmanned aerial vehicle entered its airspace from the direction of Russia and was later destroyed in the country’s eastern border area, according to statements cited in reports.
Latvia’s President Addresses New Global Power Blocs
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics has issued a stark alert that a developing international system shaped by spheres of influence and major power rivalry is "dangerous" for the Baltic nations and neighboring states.
President of the Republic of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs made a phone call to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev
President of Azerbaijan
AZERBAIJAN, March 5 - 05 March 2026, 19:51 On March 5, President of the Republic of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs made a phone call to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.
Poland, Lithuania, Latvia Boost Collaboration on Border Security Efforts
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia have pledged to enhance collaboration to protect their external borders and address hybrid threats, according to a statement released Wednesday by the Lithuanian government.
Poland, Latvia, Lithuania to Bolster Border Security
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia have formalized a trilateral agreement to bolster border security and combat hybrid threats along the European Union's eastern flank, the Lithuanian government announced Wednesday.
EU Pledges Support for Armenia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Thursday that the European Union will provide Armenia with a new support package following Moscow’s expanded limitations on agricultural imports from the country. "We are...
EU States Push for Stricter Visa Rules on Russians
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Eleven European Union member states have urged the European Commission to enforce tougher, binding restrictions on Schengen visas for Russian nationals.
Latvia Finalizes Fence Construction Along Its Border with Russia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Latvia has finalized the construction of a fence along its border with Russia, marking the completion of a major component of its external security infrastructure, Latvia's State Property Agency (VNI) said Tuesday.
Latvia finishes fence construction along Russia border
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Latvia has finalized the construction of a fence along its border with Russia, marking a major step in reinforcing the country’s eastern frontier and the European Union’s external boundary, the State Property Agency (VNI) announced.
Latvia finishes building of fence along its boarders with Russia
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Latvia has finalized the construction of a fence along its border with Russia, marking a major step in strengthening the country’s eastern frontier and the European Union’s external security, the State Property Agency (VNI) announced on...
Latvia Blocks Entry of Russian Athletes
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Latvia has blocked Russian competitors from entering the country for a pivotal Luge World Cup event, Foreign Minister Baiba Braze confirmed, jeopardizing their qualification path to the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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