Chancellor Merz attends ceremonial birth of Germany’s first overseas brigade in 80 years
Berlin intends to make the Bundeswehr the strongest army in Europe.
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Frontline report: Ukraine taught NATO how to fight — now its weakest link is turning into billion-dollar fortress
The initiative includes the reconstruction of 113 kilometers of road.
Putin’s war plan unchanged, Estonia’s defense chief says ahead of Brussels meeting which aims to bring more aid to Kyiv
Moscow’s drone swarm signals peace talk doublespeak.
Putin ignores ceasefire proposal, demands Ukraine return to talks where he wanted his close ally in power
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys sharply criticized Putin's response to the proposed 30-day ceasefire, accusing him of escalating terror instead of pursuing dialogue and called for tightening of sanctions.
American historian Timothy Snyder: Ukraine, not Russia, bore heaviest civilian toll in WWII
Snyder also warns that Russia uses history to justify aggression against Ukraine.
Serbian president’s flight to Moscow on Victory Day blocked by Baltic states
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic joins Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in being denied permission to fly over certain European countries on their way to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Latvia jails citizen for fighting in Russian army against Ukraine
Latvia sentenced a man who illegally crossed back into Latvia after fighting in the Donetsk Oblast as part of Russian forces to six years
Latvia sends new batch of 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine
The shipment is part of a 12,000-unit delivery commitment by Latvian manufacturers under the international drone coalition.
Latvian Foreign Ministry: “Russia’s ‘traditional values’ demonstrated on Good Friday are war crimes”
Latvia's Foreign Minister has condemned Russia's attacks on Ukrainian civilian targets during Good Friday as demonstrating Russia's true "traditional values" of war crimes and aggression.
Latvian defense minister: Europe “can do a lot” with its 2 million soldiers for Ukraine peacekeeping
Latvia is ready to contribute forces while emphasizing the importance of not weakening its own defenses against Russia.
NATO troops search for missing US soldiers after vehicle found underwater near Belarus border
A US military vehicle, which carried four missing soldiers was found submerged in Lithuania near the Belarusian border, the US Army confirmed.
Russia seeks “peace” to regroup and attack Ukraine again, says Latvian president
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs believes that Russia does not seek peace but rather a pause to regroup and…
Warsaw joins Baltic States in exiting Ottawa landmine treaty, struggles to find new supply
While adhering to humanitarian law, Poland plans to restore its anti-personnel mine capabilities, possibly relying on Ukraine as a supplier.
Trump’s Ukraine stance worrying for Russia’s neighbors, says David Cameron
The former UK PM fears Trump's Ukraine strategy might validate Russian regional dominance, potentially endangering Baltic nations despite their NATO membership.
Latvia delivers first 500 of planned 12,000 combat drones for Ukraine
The shipment comes through an international drone coalition that has promised nearly €2 billion in drone support.
Latvia sentences man to prison for anti-Ukrainian hate speech and violence
A Latvian court has sentenced a man with seven previous convictions to 4.5 years in prison after he removed a Ukrainian flag, stabbed an acquaintance, and posted videos glorifying war crimes.
Latvia eyes 4% NATO spending in 2026, on track to 5%
Latvian government decided to ramp up its military spending as the situation in Europe is deteriorating
Latvia to send Patria armored vehicles with 700km range to Ukraine
High-speed Patria 6x6 armored vehicles from Latvia will join Ukraine's military arsenal by late 2024, offering advanced protection and mobility features.
Estonian president says EU should consider full trade embargo on Russia
His call reflects a growing consensus among European leaders that true energy independence is vital for stability, especially in the wake of the Russo-Ukrainian War.
Latvia warns of escalating Russian hybrid warfare tactics in 2025
Latvian intelligence predicts more complex Russian interference in 2025.
