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Latvian Prime minister seeks further budget cuts but hesitates to reduce party funding
Baltic News Network
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July 2, 2025
To implement the ruling coalition’s priorities, additional austerity measures may be necessary, Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity) said in an interview with TV3. The Prime Minister explained that ministries have fulfilled their task and...
Latvia to send 42 Patria vehicles to Ukraine
Ukrinform
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July 1, 2025
On July 1, Latvia’s Cabinet of Ministers approved the transfer of 42 Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers and other military materiel to the Ukrainian armed forces to support Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression. That’s according to LSM,...
Latvian, Israeli foreign ministers meet in Rīga
LSM
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July 2, 2025
The Israeli Foreign Minister arrived in Latvia and Lithuania on Tuesday for a working visit. Sa'ar discussed bilateral cooperation, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East with his counterparts. At a press conference...
Latvia to Send 42 Armored Vehicles to Ukraine
Kyiv Post
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July 1, 2025
Latvia’s Cabinet of Ministers approved the transfer of 42 “Patria 6x6” armored personnel carriers (APC) to Ukraine today. Patria is a Finnish defense company, and the APC is jointly produced by Finland, Estonia, Germany, and Latvia. The APC was...
Return of conscription? EU Countries Debate Bringing Back Military Service
Bulgarian News Agency
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This article is based on content provided by agencies participating in the European Newsroom (ENR), including the Bulgarian News Agency. Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, growing instability in the Middle East, and Donald Trump’s return to...
Locarno announces the selection of its highly anticipated competition
Cineuropa
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09/07/2025 - Many European films are competing for the Golden Leopard, with debut features cohabitating with works by established directors such as Radu Jude, Ben Rivers and Abdellatif Kechiche Dracula by Radu Jude The 78th edition of the Locarno...
Latvia will transfer a new batch of military aid to Ukraine. What is included?
Babel
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The Latvian government has approved the transfer of new military aid to Ukraine. It includes, in particular, 42 Latvian-made Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers. This was reported by the Minister of Defense of Latvia Andris Spruds. The defense...
Satish Prasad joins Riga Foods as executive chef catering
ETHospitalityWorld.com
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July 4, 2025
Satish Prasad, executive chef (catering), Riga Foods.Riga Foods announced the appointment of Satish Prasad as its new executive chef (catering), marking a significant milestone in the brand’s pursuit of culinary innovation and excellence. With a...
Latvia eyes public spending cuts amid budget strain and MP rings alarm bells
BNE Intellinews
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Latvia’s government ministries have begun outlining a series of proposed cost-cutting strategies aimed at easing pressure on the national budget. More than 250 suggestions have been submitted to the Ministry of Finance, potentially paving the way...
No child is a stranger, minister urges ahead of Youth Song Festival
LSM
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July 4, 2025
In an interview on Latvian Television's programme Morning Panorama, the minister said that she highly values the preparedness of the organisers and services involved in the event. The festival is planned to ensure ‘a balance between the well-being...
Germany reinforces Baltic ties with strong security commitments
Daily Finland
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The German president's three-day visit to Lithuania and Latvia underscored the European power's strong support for the Baltic region, particularly in the area of security cooperation, reported Xinhua. German Federal President Frank-Walter...
Never before have we been so secure as today
New Eastern Europe
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July 8, 2025
“Two major developments have significantly strengthened Latvia’s security: its own accession to NATO and, more recently, the accession of Finland and Sweden to the Alliance.” This comparison was made by the former commander of the Latvian armed...
Latvia to supply Ukraine with 42 Patria 6x6 armoured vehicles
Ukrainska Pravda
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Patria 6x6 armoured personnel carrier. Photo: Milan Jaros/Bloomberg via Getty Images On 1 July 2025, the Latvian government approved the transfer of 42 Patria 6x6 armoured personnel carriers and other military equipment to the Ukrainian Armed...
Expanding Riga Airport launches tender for more than 4,000sq m of commercial space
The Moodie Davitt Report
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July 3, 2025
LATVIA. Riga Airport has announced an international tender for the management of its passenger terminal commercial space. It initially incorporates floor area of more than 4,000sq m covering duty free (2,006sq m), food & beverage (1,314sq m),...
Heads of Latvian municipalities come under Security Service scrutiny – clearance checks begin
Baltic News Network
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July 4, 2025
The State Security Service (VDD) has received the first applications requesting special permits for newly elected municipal council chairpersons and their deputies to access state secrets, the agency LETA has learned from the service. To assess a...
Latvia Sets Pace For Foreign Investment Growth Among Baltic Nations, FM Says
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 1. Latvia's Foreign Minister Baiba Braže praised the country's business community and innovation sector in remarks made yesterday, noting international recognition of Latvia's achievements in...
Latvia Urges Reform For Fairer Global Tax Systems At UN Summit
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 1. Latvia took part in the 4th United Nations International Conference on Financing for Development, held in Seville, Spain, from June 30 through July 3, Trend reports. The conference brought...
Special reportInside the Syrian government's hunt for Assad military loyalists
The National News
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Former warlord Ghazwan Al Salmoni carved a niche in the Syrian civil war, commanding an abduction and extortion ring that specialised in ambushing lorry cargo traffic near his home in the centre of the country. He held absolute power as a...
Multinational NATO Forces Conduct Live-Fire Training in Újmajor
Hungary Today
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July 9, 2025
Italian Centauro vehicles and armored vehicles, as well as Hungarian PzH self-propelled howitzers, Leopard tanks, drones, and helicopters took over the ‘Böszörményi Géza’ Central Training and Firing Range in Újmajor, western Hungary. Between June...
RIX Riga Airport launches international tender for commercial area management
DFNI-Frontier
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July 3, 2025
RIX Riga Airport has announced an international tender for the management of commercial spaces within the passenger terminal. The goal is to enhance the modern passenger experience and promote the growth of non-aviation revenues, both in the...