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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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область,бурачки,псковська Russians do not allow about 1,000 refugees from occupied territories of Ukraine to enter Latvia, - Haidai At the Burachka checkpoint in the Pskov region of Russia, citizens of Ukraine trying to leave for Latvia have not been released for 4 days. 6 222 12 Previously in trend: War

ізюм Mass burials in Izium prove that Russia is terrorist state, - Latvian Foreign Minister Rinkevich The head of the Foreign Ministry of Latvia, Edgar Rinkevich, said that the mass burials in Izium prove that Russia is a terrorist state. 3 731 16 Previously in trend: War

кордон,латвія Latvia has started construction of fence on border with Belarus The 173-kilometer fence is planned to be completed in 2024. 3 784 34 World

зеленський,левітс,моравецький Latvia and Poland are against lifting EU sanctions against certain Russian oligarchs. Latvian President Egils Levits and Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, during their visit to Kiev, spoke out against lifting sanctions on certain Russian oligarchs, as Hungary had previously insisted. 2 747 14 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

шенген,рф,віза Baltic States and Poland will close entry of Russians with Schengen visas from September 19 Starting from September 19, Estonia closes entry for citizens of Russia, in particular those who have Schengen visas issued by third countries. 8 248 69 Previously in trend: War

танк President and Minister of Defense of Latvia called on NATO to provide Ukraine with tanks and planes: "No alternatives, compromises, peace talks" Latvian President Egils Levits and the country’s Defense Minister Artis Pabriks called on NATO allies to provide Ukraine with modern combat tanks and aircraft, and also warned against weakening their resolve in countering Russia. 3 904 51 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

язык,русский In office of President of Latvia Levits, Russian-language letter of MEP Zhdanok was ignored The office of Latvian President Egils Levits left the open letter of MEP Tetiana Zhdanok unanswered. In a letter written mostly in Russian, she demanded and called to explain why the website of the head of state will no longer have this language. 8 478 47 World

м109 Ukraine received 6 M109 howitzers from Latvia - Reznikov Latvia handed over six M109 howitzers for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 8 430 27 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

язык,русский They want to limit use of Russian language in Latvia Latvia can limit the use of the Russian language at work and in public places at the legislative level. 6 067 34 World

тероризм,росія Parliament of Latvia recognized Russia as state sponsor of terrorism The Parliament of Latvia recognized Russia’s violence against the civilian population of Ukraine and other countries as terrorism, and Russia itself as a state that supports terrorism. 4 952 57 Previously in trend: War

остін Losses of Russian Federation in war in Ukraine limited ability to carry out offensive actions against other countries, - Austin US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that Russia’s offensive potential has significantly decreased after 5 months of war in Ukraine. 8 245 30 Previously in trend: War

латвія Latvia plans to recognize Russia as terrorist state On Tuesday, August 2, the Seimas commission on foreign affairs will consider a statement in which Russia is expected to be recognized as a terrorist state. 2 016 18 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

рінкевич Latvia urged to limit Russians' entry to the EU after terrorist attack in Olenivka - Rinkevich Latvia again proposed a ban on EU tourist visas for Russians after the terrorist attack in Olenivka. 4 785 44 World

газ,нафта Latvia buys Russian gas again. Pays in euros, not rubles Латвія відновила закупівлю газу у Російської Федерації. Але платять за нього в євро, а не в рублях, як хотіли росіяни. 11 577 27 World

левітс Latvian President approves deprivation of citizenship for supporting Russian military aggression in Ukraine Holders of dual passports residing in Latvia may face deprivation of Latvian citizenship for supporting Russian aggression in Ukraine. 5 824 38 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

газ,нафта In Latvia, Seimas approved ban on supply of gas from Russian Federation The Seimas of Latvia adopted on Thursday in the final reading amendments to the law on energy, which provide for a ban on the supply of natural gas from Russia from January 1, 2023. 1 136 4 World

хакер,киберпреступление Russian hackers carried out most powerful cyber attack in history of Latvia Latvia became the object of the most powerful cyber attack in its history, during which they tried to disable the public broadcaster for 12 hours - hackers from the Russian group Killnet are behind these actions. 5 772 7 World

біженці,діти,переселенці Latvian society is tired of refugees from Ukraine, - head of Ministry of Internal Affairs The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Latvia Kristaps Eklons admitted that the society and businessmen feel tired of reception of military refugees from Ukraine. 48 325 178 World

рінкевич War could last for years: Latvia called for supplies of weapons to Ukraine "as much as needed" The Russian-Ukrainian war could last for months or even years. Western countries must supply weapons to Ukraine until complete victory. 5 268 41 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

пропаганда Latvia banned Russian channels until end of war and return of Crimea to Ukraine The National Council on Electronic Media of Latvia has decided to ban the broadcasting of the last 80 TV channels from Russia, which could still be watched in the Baltic country. 2 289 16 World

ес,евросоюз,єс,євросоюз Political decision to grant Ukraine candidate status can be made in day, - Prime Minister of Latvia The Prime Minister of Latvia, Krišianis Karinš, believes that the decision to grant EU candidate status is a political one and can be made in a day. 1 666 6 World

латвія Ukraine is fighting our war now, and if it loses, we will hold next one," Latvian Defense Minister Міністр оборони Латвії Артіс Пабрікс закликав партнерів збільшити підтримку України, щоб потім не довелося оборонятися самим. 3 471 36 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

білорусь,вольфович "Destruction, death, explosions": Lukashenko's dictator associate Volfovich threatened Poland, Lithuania and Latvia with war The so-called " State Secretary of the Security Council of Belarus" Alexander Volfovich threatened three EU countries - Poland, Lithuania and Latvia - with "destruction, death and explosions". 53 758 120 World

бородянка Presidents of Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Poland visited Borodyanka Polish President Andrzej Duda and Estonian Presidents Alar Karis, Lithuanian Presidents Gitanas Nauseda and Latvian President Egils Levits visited Borodyanka in the Kyiv region, which has been hit hard by the Russian invasion. 12 356 25 Ukrainian Politics

дуда,науседа,левітс,каріс Presidents of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia travel by train to Kyiv. PHOTOS Presidents of Poland Andrzej Duda, Estonia Alan Karis, Lithuania Gitanas Nauseda, and Latvian President Egils Levits are also heading to Kyiv. 21 151 155 Previously in trend: War

Department of State approves shipments of American-made lethal weapons to Ukraine by Baltic countries- Reuters Department of State approves shipments of American-made lethal weapons to Ukraine by Baltic countries- Reuters The U.S. Department of State approved the request of the Baltic states and allowed them to supply American-made lethal weapons to Ukraine 24 774 128 Ukrainian Politics

Latvia condemns Russia’s provocative actions in eastern Ukraine Latvia condemns Russia’s provocative actions in eastern Ukraine Latvia strongly condemns Russia's provocative actions in eastern Ukraine and the Black Sea region, Speaker of the Seimas of the Republic of Latvia Ināra Mūrniece has said at a joint briefing with Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Dmytro Razumkov. 549 8 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Latvia backs proposal to provide NATO MAP to Ukraine Latvia backs proposal to provide NATO MAP to Ukraine Latvia supports the provision of a NATO Membership Action Plan to Ukraine amid the escalation of the situation by Russia, according to Latvian Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkevics. 5 574 35 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Ukraine Ukraine's Embassy in Latvia announces campaign by pro-Russian forces to discredit Ukrainian Ambassador and Embassy Pro-Russian forces have launched a campaign to discredit the Ukrainian ambassador and the embassy in Latvia due to the principled position of Ambassador Oleksandr Mischenko to expose the criminal activities of the so-called Ukrainian organization "Association of Ukrainian Societies in Latvia" against Ukraine. 7 454 37 Ukrainian Politics

Eight countries at UN condemn Russia Eight countries at UN condemn Russia's aggression against Ukraine Eight Nordic and Baltic states strongly support Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. 5 533 78 Ukrainian Politics

Naftogaz seeks to enforce arbitration ruling to recover $2.6 bln from Gazprom in Latvia Naftogaz seeks to enforce arbitration ruling to recover $2.6 bln from Gazprom in Latvia Naftogaz Ukrainy is seeking to enforce a Stockholm arbitration ruling to recover $2.6 billion from Russia's Gazprom in Latvia, Gazprom said in a financial report. 3 597 24 Previously in trend: Gas War

Olena Zelenska visits Ukrainian school in Riga. PHOTOS Olena Zelenska visits Ukrainian school in Riga. PHOTOS First Lady Olena Zelenska and Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Dmytro Kuleba have visited a Ukrainian secondary school in Riga. 12 062 61 Ukrainian Politics

Freed Ukrainian sailors to undergo rehabilitation in Latvia Freed Ukrainian sailors to undergo rehabilitation in Latvia Latvia plans to invite Ukrainian sailors, who were captured by Russian officers near the Kerch Strait last November and have recently returned to Ukraine, to undergo rehabilitation. 783 9 Ukrainian Politics

Ukrainian president begins visit to Latvia Ukrainian president begins visit to Latvia Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has started his official visit to Latvia, the press service of the head of state has reported. 1 149 24 Ukrainian Politics

Latvian court rules to seize $30 mln from Yanukovych Latvian court rules to seize $30 mln from Yanukovych's entourage A court in Latvia has ruled to seize more than $30 million in funds related to the entourage of Ukraine's former fugitive president Viktor Yanukovych 6 919 23 Ukrainian Politics

EU must keep anti-Russian sanctions in place – Latvian foreign minister EU must keep anti-Russian sanctions in place – Latvian foreign minister Latvian Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkevics has said that the European Union must keep sanctions against Russia in place until it fully implements the Minsk agreements. 801 19 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

латвия реабилитация Poroshenko visits Ukrainian military in Latvia's rehabilitation center Vaivari. PHOTOS President Petro Poroshenko and First Lady Maryna Poroshenko have visited wounded Ukrainian servicemen who are undergoing rehabilitation in the National Rehabilitation Center Vaivari in Jūrmala. 10 197 26 Society

порошенко Ukraine grateful to partners for sanctions imposed against Russia over disrespect for Minsk deal, - Poroshenko Ukraine is grateful to its European and international partners for maintaining sanctions against the Russian Federation due to constant violations of the Minsk agreements. 11 180 83 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Russia needed provocation rather than Eurovision, - Poroshenko The Russian Federation was not willing to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2017 in Kyiv. 13 402 63 Ukrainian Politics

Sberbank to sell its subsidiary in Ukraine Russia's biggest bank Sberbank is selling its subsidiary in Ukraine to a consortium of investors. 31 317 70 Economics

латвия нато сша вертолеты Five US Air Force Black Hawks reinforce NATO battalion in Latvia. PHOTOS On Wednesday morning, March 1, five U.S. Black Hawk helicopters were delivered to Latvia as part of Operation Atlantic Resolve. 28 615 40 World

греция посольство диаспора пикет рим рф рига лиссабон "Avdiivka is Ukrainian Aleppo": Ukrainians protest at Russian embassies in Riga, Rome and Lisbon. VIDEO+PHOTOS Ukrainian communities of Portugal, Latvia, and Italy picketed Russian embassies in their countries. 26 946 37 Previously in trend: Avdiivka fighting

PGO to launch intergovernmental talks to recover Yanukovych's assets from Latvia, - Yenin Prosecutor General Yurii Lutsenko intends to address Prime Minister Hroisman with a proposal to form an inter-ministerial delegation. 2 230 5 Ukrainian Politics

Baltic states decide to disconnect from joint electrical system with Russia and Belarus The authorities of the Baltic countries made the decision to disconnect from the joint power supply system BRELL, which connects Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Belarus and Russia. 46 735 175 World

пашинский "Fugitive officials’ henchmen told me they pay $200,000 each," - MP Pashynskyi on reasons behind downvoting of special forfeiture law People’s Front parliamentary faction MP Serhii Pashynskyi says the fugitive ex-officials of Yanukovych tenure offer bribes to lawmakers for downvoting the bill on special confiscation. 54 365 100 Economics

деньги валюта евро санкции запрет Latvia ready to discuss restitution of seized funds stolen by Yanukovych-era officials, - PGO Latvian Prosecutor General Eriks Kalnmeiers expressed readiness to discuss the possibility of reversion to Ukraine or distribution of funds seized from the bank accounts of certain Yanukovych-era officials. 8 686 39 Ukrainian Politics

гпу Latvian-confiscated €50M of former Ukrainian officials could be returned to Ukraine under European Council and UN conventions, - PGO Prosecutor General's Office of Ukraine states it is possible to return almost 50 million euro belonging to former Ukrainian officials which had been frozen on bank accounts and subsequently confiscated in Latvia. 15 914 37 Previously in trend: Yanukovych Family

арбузов Ukraine fails to return embezzled funds as information exchange with Latvia flops, - lawyer Ukraine has failed to return money stolen by certain Yanukovych era officials and kept on bank accounts in Latvia due to the lack of communication with Latvia's law enforcement agencies. 18 283 94 Previously in trend: Yanukovych Family

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