Lithuania, Latvia announce another aid package for Ukraine during their visit to Kyiv
In particular, Lithuania committed 10 million euros ($11 mn) to enhance Ukraine's long-range capabilities, including funding for Palianytsia rocket drones.
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Latvia sends specialized gear and equipment to Ukrainian forces
In a show of support for Ukraine, Latvia will donate a range of essential items to its military, including jackets, boots, drones, and hundreds of computers for its forces.
Russian drone incursions into NATO territory raise alarms in Romania and Latvia
Russian drones violated NATO airspace over Romania and Latvia, prompting swift military responses and concerns over Moscow’s growing reach beyond Ukraine.
Latvia strengthens border control over goods from Russia and Belarus
Stricter inspections of imports from Russia and Belarus will be implemented until February 2025.
Latvia will once again allocate 20 million euros for Ukrainian drone coalition in 2025
The Latvian and Ukrainian ministers of defense also discussed a recent agreement between the countries to train Ukrainian soldiers in a drone piloting program. The first Ukrainian pilots have already started training in Latvia.
Latvia prepares largest drone delivery for Ukraine
The batch consists of 1,400 drones and is a part of a broader effort within the International Drone Coalition to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities against Russian aggression.
Riga to host Ukraine Independence Day march and fundraising concert
The Latvian capital is set to host a significant event combining a march, concert, and fundraising effort in honor of Ukraine's Independence Day, on 24 August.
“War returns home,” says Latvian defense minister about Kursk incursion
While acknowledging Ukraine's seizure of over a thousand square kilometers of Russia's Kursk Oblast, Latvian Defense Minister Andris Sprūds cautioned against underestimating Russia's capacity for prolonged war, citing its disregard for human life and readiness to mobilize all resources.
Lithuania bans entry to all cars registered in Belarus
Lithuania will prohibit all Belarus-registered cars from entering the country starting 16 August, regardless of the owner's citizenship.
Swedish and German jets intercept Russian jets over Baltic Sea
Two German Eurofighter jets and two Swedish aircraft were scrambled for an interception operation after Russian planes were observed heading towards Latvia
Ukraine to receive 100 drones, funds for which were raised by Latvian Foreign Minister
The Ukrainian military near Kramatorsk will soon receive 100 Latvian-made drones, named after the legendary commander Lāčplēsis.
Latvian FM Braže calls for immediate lifting of restrictions for Ukraine on strikes inside Russia’s territory
The minister also emphasized the importantance of further aid for the war-torn country.
Drone coalition for Ukraine expands to 16 members with Czech addition
Czechia becomes 16th member of international drone coalition for Ukraine, led by Latvia and UK. Memorandum signed during NATO's 75th Anniversary Summit in Washington.
Latvia to transfer over 2500 drones worth EUR 4 million to Ukraine in July
Seven Latvian companies are set to produce more than 2,500 drones for Ukraine, with deliveries scheduled throughout July, according to a recent announcement from Latvia's Defense Ministry.
Ukraine launches first-of-its-kind Unmanned Systems Forces to supply more drones to military
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the establishment of this new branch in 2024, emphasizing the critical role of drones on the frontline.
Latvian charity music festival raises funds to support Ukrainian soldiers on frontlines
Osokins Festival of Freedom for Ukraine is a musical festival dedicated to Ukraine for the last three years and raises funds to purchase essential supplies for Ukrainian defenders, collecting more than $171,000 over the past 18 months and sending over 25,000 self-heating lunches to Ukrainian frontlines, as per the event's organizer Andrejs Osokins.
European voters head to polls in Latvia, Malta, Slovakia
Three more European Union countries launched European Parliamentary elections on Saturday, with Latvia, Malta and Slovakia joining several nations that began voting earlier.
Two British tourists arrested in Latvia for vandalizing Ukrainian flag
Two British men were taken into custody by Riga Municipal Police on 2 June after CCTV footage showed them breaking a Ukrainian flag off an Old Riga building and discarding it over a fence.
Latvia wants to ban Russian and Belarusian citizens from teaching in schools
The National Alliance faction in Latvia's parliament has initiated a move to ban Russian and Belarusian citizens from teaching in the country's schools.
Latvia submits to court case of ex-deputy on justification of Russian war crimes in Ukraine
A criminal case against former parliamentary deputy Gloria Grevtsova for justifying Russian war crimes in Ukraine and inciting national discord has been referred to court in Latvia.
