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Latvia is at the forefront of supporting Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict. The Latvian government, led by Defense Minister Andris Sprūds, has committed to sending another 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine, enhancing their defense capabilities against Russian aggression. Latvia's strategic decision to increase its defense budget to 5% of GDP demonstrates its commitment to strengthening military resources and readiness. In collaboration with Germany, Latvia plans to jointly purchase drones, further boosting Ukraine's defense. Additionally, the construction of a 145-kilometer fence on the Latvian-Belarusian border highlights Latvia's dedication to securing its own frontiers. The nation also actively participates in the "Coalition of the Willing," advocating for Europe's continuous support to restore peace in Ukraine. Latvia's actions underscore its pivotal role in regional security and collaboration with international partners.

What is the "Coalition of the Willing" that Latvia wants to join?

The "Coalition of the Willing" is an alliance of countries that are committed to providing military and humanitarian support to Ukraine amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia. Latvia wishes to join this coalition to enhance its support for Ukraine alongside other willing nations.

How many combat drones has Latvia sent to Ukraine recently?

Latvia has recently sent a new batch of more than 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine as part of its continued efforts to support Ukraine's defense against Russian incursions. This commitment enhances the operational capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Why is Latvia increasing its defense budget to 5% of GDP?

Latvia is increasing its defense budget to 5% of GDP to strengthen its military capabilities and readiness in response to regional threats. This increase allows Latvia to invest in advanced military technologies and enhance its preparedness against potential aggressions.

What security measures has Latvia implemented on its border with Belarus?

Latvia has completed a 145-kilometer border fence with Belarus to enhance security and control. This measure is part of Latvia's broader strategy to secure its borders and manage the increasing geopolitical tensions in the region.

How is Latvia collaborating with Germany regarding Ukraine's defense?

Latvia is collaborating with Germany to jointly purchase drones for Ukraine, strengthening the Ukrainian military's surveillance and combat capabilities. This initiative is part of Latvia's active role in international defense partnerships supporting Ukraine.

What role does Latvia play in the Drone Coalition for Ukraine?

Latvia is a key participant in the Drone Coalition, which aims to provide Ukraine with necessary drone technology to bolster its defense mechanisms against Russian military actions. This coalition strengthens Ukraine's surveillance and combat effectiveness.

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Brazhe commented on Russian Federation’s measures until May 9 "Kremlin Butcher" Putin will try to put on show on May 9 - Latvian Foreign Minister Braže Russian broadcaster Vladimir Putin plans to organize a show on May 9 to demonstrate that Russia allegedly has international support. 2 823 23 Previously in trend: 9th May in Russia

mines Latvian Saeima approves withdrawal from Convention prohibiting use of anti-personnel mines On Wednesday, April 16, the Latvian Sa eima approved a law on the country's withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention on the Prohibition of the Use of Anti-Personnel Mines. 922 9 Previously in trend: european countries withdraw from the ammunition convention

Coalition of the willing. Latvia wants to be part of it We believe that Latvia should be part of "Coalition of the Willing" – Defense Minister Sprūds Latvia expresses its desire to be among the members of the "Coalition of the Willing" and emphasizes the need to continue to help Ukraine 252 0 Previously in trend: meeting of the coalition of the willing

Sprūds Europe must continuously support Ukraine to achieve just peace - Latvian Defense Minister Spruds Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds said that Europe should continuously support Ukraine and intensify its efforts to achieve a just peace through force. 298 5 Previously in trend: statement of peace EU support for Ukraine

drones, aid Latvia to deliver another 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine – Defense Minister Sprūds. PHOTOS Latvia sent another 1,500 combat drones to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 1 064 2 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Egils Zviedris on Russia’s threat to Europe Russia has recovered and can again carry out actions beyond war in Ukraine, - Latvian counterintelligence Compared to the beginning of the war against Ukraine, Russia has now recovered to some extent and is able to act outside the conflict. 4 186 8 Previously in trend: Russia’s threat to Europe

Latvia Estonian and Ukrainian detained in Latvia on suspicion of spying for Russia An Estonian and a Ukrainian, whose name has not been disclosed, were detained in Latvia on suspicion of spying for Russia. 1 180 7 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

Production of Ukrainian drones Latvia allocates EUR 10 million for production of Ukrainian drones The Cabinet of Ministers of Latvia has approved an investment of 10 million euros in the Ukrainian drone industry. 282 3 Previously in trend: Production of drones

Latvia urged not to be nervous about Trump’s statements No need to ’tear your hair out’ over Trump’s statements, - Latvian Foreign Minister Braže Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže said that there is no need to be ‘horrified and tear your hair out’ amid recent statements by representatives of the Donald Trump administration. This is ‘not in the style of Latvian diplomacy’. 3 432 15

Evika Siliņa Peacekeeping mission in Ukraine can take place without NATO, - Latvian Prime Minister Siliņa Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa said that the issue of a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine should be reconsidered, in particular, in the format of a European initiative, if NATO fails to make a joint decision. 1 729 8

Latvia increases defense spending Latvia to increase defense budget to 5% of GDP Next year, Latvia will allocate 4% of GDP for defense spending, and in the following years the figure should increase to 5%. 915 7

Sprūds on peace talks Nothing can happen without Ukraine’s participation, peace can be achieved only with its consent – Latvian Defense Minister Sprūds The terms of peace talks should be those accepted by Ukraine, and nothing can happen without its participation and consent. 351 3 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations

Latvia Latvia has ordered Patria armored personnel carriers for Ukraine - Ministry of Defense Latvia has ordered Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers to be delivered to Ukraine in 2025. 2 218 3

electricity Baltic States have finally synchronized with EU energy grid On Sunday, February 9, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia completed the process of disconnecting from the Russian power grid and fully synchronized with the EU continental grid. 1 400 10

evika, silinia Baltic States disconnected from Russia’s power grid without incident, - Latvian Prime Minister Silinia The process of disconnecting the Baltic states from the Russian energy grid went without incident. 2 720 17

Braže on strengthening measures against Russia Currently, there is no single indicator that would show that Russia is committed to peace - Latvian Foreign Minister Braže It is necessary to introduce very clear measures, including tougher sanctions and refusal of Russian money, to reduce Moscow's military potential. 961 14

Ukraine receives a hundred FPV drones from Latvia for the Armed Forces AFU receives 100 FPV drones from Latvia as part of charity initiative. PHOTOS Ukraine's defenders received 100 FPV drones from Latvia as part of the Drones for the Armed Forces public charity initiative. 729 4 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Visas for Russians and Belarusians Latvia plans to limit visa applications for Russian and Belarusian citizens The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia plans to introduce restrictions on visa applications for admission and entry to Latvia for citizens of Russia and Belarus. 353 2

Kristersson Sweden will help Latvia investigate damage to submarine cable in Baltic Sea - Prime Minister Kristersson Sweden will help Latvia with an investigation into the damage to a submarine cable in the Baltic Sea on Sunday, January 26. 1 142 8

Latvia 14 combat brigades of AFU received aid from Latvia: 40 vehicles, drones, generators. VIDEO Latvia has handed over more than 40 four-wheel drive vehicles filled with critical cargo - drones, computer equipment, generators and charging stations - to 14 combat brigades of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 2 214 24

Latvia assessed the possibility of sending peacekeepers to Ukraine It’s too early to talk about sending peacekeepers to Ukraine - Latvian Defense Minister Spruds Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds commented on the possibility of sending peacekeepers to Ukraine. 632 10 Previously in trend: War

Shmyhal discusses defense industry support and military training with Latvia Shmyhal discusses training of Ukrainian military and defense industry support with Latvian Speaker Mierina. PHOTOS The Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with representatives of the Saeima of Latvia, led by Speaker Daiga Mierina, to discuss a number of important issues, including military support for Ukraine and the development of the defence industry. 452 0

Daiga Mieriņa, Speaker of the Saeima of Latvia Speaker of Latvian Saeima Mieriņa arrives in Kyiv On January 14, Speaker of the Latvian Saeima Daiga Mieriņa arrived in Ukraine on an official visit. 1 292 1

Edgar Platonov Volunteer fighter from Latvia Edgar Platonov was killed in battles for Ukraine. PHOTO Edgar Platonov, a fighter of the International Legion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, died at the front defending Ukraine from Russian invaders. 4 990 21

Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds and Latvian military Ukraine to receive over 1000 drones of various types from Latvia, - Defence Minister Spruds. PHOTO Latvia has prepared a large batch of drones of various types for transfer to Ukraine. 2 131 7 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Braže on the Russian attack on Christmas Latvian Foreign Minister Braže on attack on Ukraine on Christmas Day: Butcher in Kremlin is not interested in peace, Russia’s policy is war After the Russian attack on Ukraine on Christmas Day, Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže said that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is not interested in peace. 1 699 14

Rinkēvičs Latvia’s President Rinkēvičs: Russia is not interested in peace talks Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs said that Russia is not interested in political dialogue and peace talks. 952 10

Ammunition Seven European countries promise to increase supplies of ammunition to Ukraine Seven European countries plan to increase aid to Ukraine in the coming months. In particular, it concerns the supply of ammunition. 1 725 9 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Президент Латвії Едгарс Рінкевичс Latvia will continue to allocate 0.25% of GDP to help Ukraine, - Rinkēvičs Latvia will continue to allocate 0.25 percent of its GDP to help Ukraine. 424 5 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Міністр закордонних справ Латвії Байба Браже Russia is last colonial power in Europe, its actions must be stopped, - Latvian Foreign Minister Braže Russia is the last colonial power in Europe, which poses a threat not only to Ukraine but also to the entire security situation in the world, so its aggressive actions must be put to an end. 1 373 9 Previously in trend: War

Латвія , кордон Latvia reports activity of Russian military aircraft near its borders Last week, Latvia spotted various types of Russian military aircraft near its airspace. To respond to the potential threat, NATO aircraft carrying out a patrol mission took to the air. 636 1

дрони, допомога Off-road vehicles, drones and dry rations: Latvian volunteers to donate 200 thousand euros worth of aid to Azov. PHOTOS Latvian volunteers have collected about 200,000 euros in donations and used the money to buy aid for the Ukrainian Azov Brigade. The aid will be sent in October. 2 321 10

військові Латвії Mobile air defense groups deployed in Latvia after Russian "Shahed" fell in country Latvia has deployed mobile air force battle groups near its eastern border. 2 364 13

Три країни закликали посилити ППО Poland, Latvia and Romania call for immediate reinforcement of air defences on NATO’s eastern flank The defence ministers of Romania, Poland and Latvia have signed a joint letter to the allies, which emphasises the need to immediately implement a NATO air defence rotation model and strengthen NATO's deterrence, surveillance, reconnaissance and air patrol activities on the eastern flank of the Alliance. 899 8

Черговий пакет військової підтримки від Латвії Latvian Prime Minister Silinia announces another package of military support for Ukraine in Kyiv During a meeting in Kyiv with Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Latvian Prime Minister Eika Silinia announced another package of military support for Ukraine. 1 971 4

латвія Latvia to donate used computers and equipage for AFU Latvia will donate hundreds of pieces of computer equipment to Ukraine, as well as specialized clothing, binoculars and other equipage for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 1 861 26 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Латвія Latvia summons head of Russian embassy over "shahed" found on its territory On Monday, September 9, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia summoned the Chargé d'Affaires of Russia in connection with the Russian drone spotted in the east of the country on Saturday, September 7. 1 884 24

У Латвії впав Шахед Russian UAV that crashed in Latvia contained explosives: It was "Shahed" The drone that crashed in Latvia contained explosives and was used to attack Ukraine. 4 050 35

У НАТО відреагували на аварію російського дрона в Латвії NATO has no information that Russian UAV in Latvia was crashed intentionally NATO said it had no information that the crash of the Russian UAV in Latvia was intentional. 3 122 59 Previously in trend: War

шахед Russian drone crashed in Latvia. It came from Belarus, - Ministry of Defense of the country On Saturday, 7 September, a Russian military drone crashed in eastern Latvia. The UAV flew into Latvian airspace from Belarus. 6 893 30

поліцейські авто Latvia donates to National Police of Ukraine 12 vehicles and IT equipment for "Rage" assault brigade. PHOTOS A police delegation from Latvia visited Ukraine. Representatives of the Latvian police met with their Ukrainian counterparts and handed over assistance, including cars and IT equipment. 2 739 8 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Латвія передасть Україні 20 конфіскованих автомобілів Latvia to hand over 20 cars confiscated from drunk drivers to Ukraine The Latvian government has decided to donate 20 more vehicles to Ukraine that were previously confiscated from Latvian residents for drunken driving. 1 174 7 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Зустріч міністрів оборони Латвії та України Андріса Спрудса та Рустема Умєрова Latvian Defense Minister Sprūds meets with Umierov in Kyiv: they discussed strengthening Drone Coalition and building fortifications. VIDEO On Friday, 23 August, Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds arrived in Ukraine on an unannounced visit. 1 107 3

Реабілітація військових Over 540 Ukrainian soldiers undergo rehabilitation in Latvia More than 540 Ukrainian servicemen have already undergone medical rehabilitation in Latvia. 351 0

Латвія передає Україні 500 дронів Latvia to hand over 500 drones to Ukraine Latvia will provide Ukraine with another batch of drones. The country will send about 500 Latvian-made UAVs. 875 2 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Латвійсько-білоруський кордон Fence construction is completed on Latvian-Belarusian border. PHOTO Latvia has completed the construction of a 145-kilometre fence on the border with Belarus, worth more than €125 million. 5 890 42

допомога, дрони Latvia hands over 100 drones to Ukraine, funded by Foreign Minister Braže’s half-marathon run. PHOTOS The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia will hand over 100 drones to Ukraine, purchased with funds raised by the head of the ministry, Baiba Braže, after running a half marathon this spring. The drones will be sent to Ukrainian defenders fighting near Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region. 2 704 14 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

дрони Czech Republic joins "coalition of drones" for Ukraine - Latvian Defense Ministry The number of members of the international coalition to provide Ukraine with drones has increased to 16 - the Czech Republic has joined it. 668 3