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Latvia has intensified its support for Ukraine in 2025, reallocating €5 million to fund the purchase of UAVs. The Latvian Saeima approved this reallocation, highlighting the strategic importance of supporting Ukraine's defense capabilities. In addition, Latvia is sending 42 Patria armored personnel carriers, greatly enhancing Ukraine's military resources. Latvia also plans to deliver another 1,500 combat drones, strengthening Ukraine's aerial capabilities. These efforts signify Latvia's robust commitment to Ukraine amidst ongoing regional tensions and its readiness to play a pivotal role in bolstering Ukraine's defense sector.

What financial support has Latvia provided to Ukraine in 2025?

In 2025, Latvia has committed €5 million specifically for purchasing UAVs for Ukraine, illustrating significant financial backing. Additional support includes military equipment like armored personnel carriers, designed to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities against threats. Furthermore, Latvia supports Ukraine's drone capabilities through extensive deliveries, underscoring its strategic partnership and commitment to regional stability.

How is Latvia contributing to Ukraine's military needs?

Latvia is significantly contributing to Ukraine's military needs by allocating substantial resources, including €5 million for UAVs and delivering 42 Patria armored personnel carriers in 2025. Beyond this, Latvia's involvement includes providing 1,500 combat drones, enhancing Ukraine's defense infrastructure and operational readiness. Such support underscores Latvia's strategic partnership with Ukraine and commitment to regional defense enhancements.

What is the significance of Latvia sending drones to Ukraine?

Latvia's decision to send 1,500 drones to Ukraine is highly significant, boosting Ukraine's reconnaissance and defense capabilities. This delivery not only complements the ongoing military support but also strengthens Ukraine's technological edge in surveillance and strategic operations. Latvia's contribution reflects a broader commitment to maintaining regional security and supporting Ukraine's defense against aggressions.

How has Latvia adjusted its defense aid to Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict?

Amid ongoing conflict, Latvia has adjusted its defense aid by reallocating funds, sending military equipment, and strengthening Ukraine’s defense framework. This includes financial reallocations such as €5 million for UAVs, which underscores Latvia's strategic focus on enhancing Ukraine's military resilience. By delivering advanced equipment such as armored carriers and drones, Latvia aims to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities significantly in the regional conflict setting.

What are the broader implications of Latvia's military support to Ukraine?

The broader implications of Latvia's military support to Ukraine involve strengthening regional security structures and enhancing NATO's eastern flank readiness. Latvia's comprehensive aid, including armored carriers and drones, not only augments Ukraine's defense posture but also positions Latvia as a key player in European security and geopolitical stability. This support is pivotal for deterring regional threats and ensuring cooperative defense efforts among allied nations.

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Siliņa and Karis propose introducing the position of a European emissary for dialogue with Moscow Latvia and Estonia call for appointment of EU special envoy for talks with Russia Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Estonian President Alar Karis called for the appointment of a special European envoy to restore contacts with Russia. 963 6

Latvia to provide backup equipment to restore heat supply in Kharkiv region – Shmyhal Ukraine to receive energy equipment from Latvia – Shmyhal Ukraine will receive backup equipment from Latvia to restore heat supply in Kharkiv region. 416 8 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine Restoration of the power grid

Schoolchildren in Latvia will be taught to fly drones Schoolchildren in Latvia will be taught how to operate drones In Latvia, starting in the second semester of the current academic year, there are plans to gradually introduce practical classes on the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles as part of national defense lessons. 528 17 Previously in trend: Security of Europe Threat of Russian agression to EU

Latvia Russia is preparing new hybrid instruments of influence on Latvia ahead of elections, - country’s intelligence services Russia has long-term plans for Latvia and is developing new hybrid mechanisms of influence, particularly with an eye on the parliamentary elections that will take place in the country this fall. 670 1 Previously in trend: Russian provocations in Europe

Latvia Latvian Foreign Ministry on Russia’s nightly shelling of Ukraine: Terror against entire nation is act of blatant barbarity The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia condemned Russia's nighttime missile strike on Ukraine as an act of blatant barbarism and called on the international community to increase pressure on the aggressor state. 614 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

drones, UAVs Latvia allocates €5m for drones for Ukraine: Saeima backs fund reallocation Latvian Saeima MPs have backed reallocating five million euros for the purchase of UAVs to support Ukraine in 2025. 641 26 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine Drone industry

Latvia to cut support for Ukrainian refugees from 2026 Latvia to cut support for Ukrainian refugees from 2026 Members of the Latvian Saeima have adopted amendments to the law on support for civilian residents of Ukraine, which provide for the cancellation of certain types of assistance. Latvia allocated €64 million in 2025 to support Ukrainian refugees, but in 2026 this amount will be reduced to €39.7 million. 1 475 14 Previously in trend: Ukrainian refugees

Zelenskyy met with Braže. Defence support and diplomacy: Zelenskyy meets Latvian FM Braže. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže. 594 3 Previously in trend: Braze’s visit to Kyiv

Latvia’s support: €20 million for drones, innovation and rehabilitation of Ukrainian troops Latvia to allocate €15 million to Ukraine under Drone Coalition next year In 2026, Latvia will allocate €15 million to provide Ukraine with drones and to support innovative research on the development of unmanned systems. 273 3 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine Drone industry

Braže arrived in Kyiv Latvian Foreign Minister Braže arrives in Kyiv. PHOTO Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže arrived in Kyiv on a visit. 812 10 Previously in trend: Braze’s visit to Kyiv

Patria armored personnel carrier Ukraine to receive another 21 Patria armored personnel carriers from Latvia Ukraine will receive another 21 Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers from Latvia, manufactured at the Latvian company Defence Partnership Latvia. 1 659 4 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Latvia supports providing Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine for strikes against Russia Ukraine has right to use Tomahawk missiles to strike targets in Russia. These are legitimate targets - Latvian Defense Minister Spruds Latvia believes that if Ukraine receives American Tomahawk missiles, it can use them to strike legitimate military targets on Russian territory, as this will be a response to the aggressor's attacks and killings of civilians. 1 027 16 Previously in trend: strikes on russia Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine

Sprūds on UAVs Latvia ready to take lead in developing drone capabilities in EU – Defence Minister Spruds Latvia is ready to take a leading role in the development of unmanned aerial vehicle capabilities within the European Union. 682 1 Previously in trend: Threat of Russian agression to EU Drone industry Drone wall

Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine’s Ambassador to Latvia Anatolii Kutsevol Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine’s Ambassador to Latvia Kutsevol President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Anatolii Kutsevol from his post as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the Republic of Latvia. 2 392 16 Previously in trend: diplomatic relations

Latvia reports activity of Russian military aircraft near its borders Latvia extends partial closure of airspace near border with Russia and Belarus Latvia has decided to extend restrictions in its airspace near the border with Belarus and Russia. These restrictions will be in effect during the evening and night hours. 222 0 Previously in trend: Russian reconnaissance drones

Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže Latvia has strong consensus on supporting Ukraine as it is in our interests – Braže A strong consensus has emerged in Latvian society in support of Ukraine, which reflects the country’s interests and is seen as a moral duty of its citizens. 386 4 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Braže about peace and Putin Only obstacle to peace is Putin – Latvian Foreign Minister Braže The only obstacle to peace is Russia and its dictator, Vladimir Putin. 406 9 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations

Siliņa on reparations loans for Ukraine Latvia supports European Commission’s proposal for reparations loans for Ukraine - Prime Minister Siliņa Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silinja supports the European Commission's proposal to use Russian immobilized assets to help Ukraine. 392 1 Previously in trend: Transfer of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine Use of frozen assets of Russian Federation

Kaspars Pudans on the threat from the Russian Federation Russia is using war against Ukraine to test new methods - Chief of Latvian General Staff Pudans The war in Ukraine demonstrates new methods of conducting modern combat operations, combining classical force with cyberattacks, disinformation, and the latest technologies, such as drones and electronic warfare. 710 1 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

A fragment of a drone was found in Latvia Drone fragment found on beach in Latvia. PHOTO Today, September 18, a drone fragment was discovered on the beach in Varve, Ventspils municipality, Latvia. 1 595 1 Previously in trend: Drone on a beach in Latvia

Latvia has transferred a new batch of Patria armoured personnel carriers to Ukraine Latvia has transferred another batch of Patria armoured personnel carriers to Ukraine. PHOTOS Latvia has handed over another batch of Latvian-made 6x6 Patria armoured personnel carriers and other military equipment to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 4 652 8 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Foreign troops in Ukraine What they say in Latvia It’s too early to talk about sending Latvian troops to Ukraine - President Rinkėvičs Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs believes that it will only be possible to discuss whether Latvian soldiers will participate in peacekeeping operations in Ukraine once it is clear what security guarantees will be in place and what role European countries will play. 536 5 Previously in trend: foreign peacekeepers Foreign troops in Ukraine

Baiba Braže on Ukraine’s territorial concessions Ukraine can make some concessions to Russia, but this decision should be made by Ukrainians, - Braže In order to achieve peace, Ukraine may make concessions to some of Russia's demands, but these should be decisions made by Ukrainians themselves 2 756 14 Previously in trend: Territorial concessions

Shmyhal, Spruds, Robles Shmyhal discusses drone production and strengthening Ukraine’s defense with defense ministers of Latvia and Spain Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal held separate talks with Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds and Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles. 425 6 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine Drone industry

Latvia has provided over a thousand drones to Ukraine Latvia sends another 1,300 drones to Ukraine – Ministry of Defense. PHOTO Latvia has delivered a batch of 1,300 drones to Ukraine. 867 10 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Patria armoured personnel carrier Patria armoured personnel carriers from Latvia will strengthen units of Third Army Corps of Armed Forces of Ukraine. PHOTO Latvia has handed over a batch of six-wheeled Patria armoured personnel carriers to the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which will strengthen the units of the Third Army Corps. 3 334 8 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Zelenskyy and Siliņa Zelenskyy meets with Latvian Prime Minister Siliņa: we discuss defense support for Ukraine President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa. 660 4 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy meeting with Siliņa

armored personnel carrier Patria Latvia hands over batch of Patria armored personnel carriers to Ukraine, - Defense Ministry Latvia has handed over a batch of Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers to the Armed Forces of Ukraine as part of a new military aid package. 5 691 20 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Patria armored personnel carrier Latvia to provide Ukraine with 42 Patria armored personnel carriers The Latvian government has approved the transfer of 42 Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers and other military equipment to Ukraine. 2 753 7 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Evika Siliņa It is important for Latvia and region that focus is not shifted from Ukraine, - Prime Minister Silina In the war started by Russia, Ukraine is defending not only its freedom, but also the security of Latvia and the region, and common values. 1 037 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Five NATO countries prepare to mine borders with Russia Poland, Finland, and Baltic states ready to mine borders with Russia and create Europe’s "iron curtain" – media Finland, Poland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania may mine areas along their borders with Russia amid talks of a possible Russian invasion of NATO countries. 2 799 24 Previously in trend: Possible Russian attack on NATO Russia’s attack on NATO countries

Latvian Saeima calls for the swift invitation of Ukraine to NATO Latvian Saeima approves statement on swift invitation of Ukraine to NATO The Latvian Saeima, ahead of the NATO summit in The Hague scheduled for June 24-25, approved a statement supporting the swift invitation of Ukraine to join NATO. 589 3 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s NATO membership

Latvia Latvia elected non-permanent member of UN Security Council for the first time Latvia has been elected a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2026–2027 term, receiving 178 votes. 779 4 Previously in trend: Non-permanent members of the UN Security Council

drones for Ukraine Ukraine to receive 1,500 more combat drones under international coalition – Latvian Defense Minister Spruds. PHOTOS Ukraine will receive another 1,500 combat drones from Latvia. 1 501 3 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

Māris Riekstiņš on Trump’s policy towards Russia In coming days, it will become clear whether US changes its policy towards Russia - Latvian Ambassador to NATO Riekstiņš The United States may adjust its policy towards the aggressor state of Russia. The coming days may be decisive in this matter. 1 368 7 Previously in trend: Trump’s policy towards Russia

Spruds Latvian Defense Minister Spruds: EU should increase assistance to Ukraine. There is commitment to reach 40 billion euros in 2025 Ukraine should negotiate with Russia only from a position of strength, and for this, Europe should provide it with a powerful army and a developed defense industry. 333 0 Previously in trend: Military aid to Ukraine

RF,army,mercenaries Russian mercenary who fought against Ukraine has been convicted in Latvia A man in Latvia has been sentenced to imprisonment for participating in combat operations in Ukraine on the side of Russian forces. 1 315 2

drones from Latvia Latvia has transferred 1,500 drones to Ukraine as part of international coalition, - Defence Minister Sprūds. PHOTO Latvia has sent 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine as part of an international drone coalition. 1 102 3 Previously in trend: Latvia’s aid to Ukraine

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. 2 975 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. 1 010 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 313 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. 366 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. 1 123 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. 4 267 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. 1 228 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. 341 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’. 3 507 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. 1 797 8

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