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Latvia has strengthened its commitment to supporting Ukraine, evidenced by its recent allocation of €15 million in 2026 for drone provisions and advancements in unmanned systems. This strategic funding under the Drone Coalition aims to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities amid ongoing conflicts. Additionally, Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže's recent visit to Kyiv highlights Latvia's diplomatic efforts to coordinate defense strategies and fortify alliances. Latvia is also stepping up its role in European defense initiatives, positioning itself as a leader in the development of drone technology within the EU. The continued delivery of Patria armored personnel carriers further underscores Latvia's dedication to Ukraine's defense infrastructure.

How is Latvia supporting Ukraine's defense efforts?

Latvia is actively supporting Ukraine by allocating €15 million to drone initiatives for 2026, delivering armored personnel carriers, and participating in international defense coalitions. This support is geared towards enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities in response to external aggressions.

What role does Latvia play in EU drone development?

Latvia is leading efforts in EU drone development, as stated by Defense Minister Spruds. The country plans to spearhead innovation and production of unmanned aerial vehicles, positioning itself as a key player in the advancement of modern military technologies within the European Union.

What recent diplomatic actions has Latvia taken to support Ukraine?

Latvia has engaged in high-level diplomatic visits, such as Foreign Minister Baiba Braže's visit to Kyiv. These actions aim to enhance bilateral relations, coordinate defense strategies, and reaffirm Latvia's commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and defense amid ongoing regional tensions.

How is Latvia contributing to Ukraine's defense capabilities?

Latvia has contributed to Ukraine's defense capabilities by delivering multiple batches of Patria armored personnel carriers and supporting drone technology development. These contributions are part of Latvia's broader strategy to aid Ukraine in strengthening its military infrastructure against potential threats.

Is Latvia involved in forming international coalitions for defense?

Yes, Latvia is actively involved in forming and participating in international coalitions focused on defense, particularly in the drone technology sphere. This involvement underscores Latvia's commitment to regional security and defense innovation, benefiting both Ukraine and the European defense landscape.

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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. 8 666 39 Ukrainian Politics

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. 5 808 38 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

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. 7 437 37 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. 15 898 37 Previously in trend: Yanukovych Family

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. 26 927 37 Previously in trend: Avdiivka fighting

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. 3 448 36 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

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. 4 094 35

рінкевич Latvia offers to allow Ukraine to strike military targets in Russia at NATO summit - Bloomberg Ukraine should be able to strike military targets in Russia as it protects its critical infrastructure 8 001 35 Previously in trend: War

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. 5 554 35 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

кордон,латвія Latvia has started construction of fence on border with Belarus The 173-kilometer fence is planned to be completed in 2024. 3 757 34 World

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. 6 036 34 World

нато,авіація For first time, German fighter jets intercepted Russian planes near territorial waters of Latvia. PHOTOS On Friday, 1 March, German fighter jets took off from the Lielvarde military base to intercept Russian aircraft near Latvian territorial waters. 9 652 32 Photo News

воллес Defense ministers of Great Britain, Netherlands and Latvia opposed any pressure on Ukraine regarding negotiations with Russian Federation Several European defense ministers have said that Ukraine should not feel any pressure to enter into peace talks with Russia. 6 894 31 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. 6 929 30

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. 8 229 30 Previously in trend: War

тетяна,жданок Russian FSB recruited Latvian MEP Ždanoka - media investigation. PHOTO MEP from Latvia Tatjana Ždanoka (Russian Union of Latvia) has been reporting on her activities to her supervisors from the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) since at least 2004 and asking them for funds for events. 8 364 29 World

візит Heads of foreign affairs of Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden arrived in Kyiv. PHOTOS The foreign ministers of Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden arrived in Kyiv. 9 018 28 Previously in trend: War

путін Putin’s regime is stable, protests are unlikely, - Latvian intelligence The special services of Latvia believe that the regime of Vladimir Putin in Russia looks stable. Protests are unlikely, although they cannot be completely ruled out. 2 988 28 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. 8 388 27 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

Latvia urges Europe to extend sanctions against Russia Defending the interests of Ukraine, Latvia calls on European countries not to lift sanctions against Russia and demands laid down to it. 2 998 27 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

зсу West has already provided Ukraine with weapons with permission to attack Russian territory, - Latvian Foreign Minister Braže Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže said that Western partners provided Ukraine with weapons with permission to attack Russian territory. 5 579 27 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

мова,російська Latvia plans to abandon Russian as second foreign language in schools On Tuesday, 23 April, the Latvian government will decide to gradually abolish Russian as a second foreign language in schools. 3 484 27 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. 11 565 27 World

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. 10 182 26 Society

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. 1 887 26 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

рф,техніка Russia is able to produce or repair up to 150 tanks per month, - State Secretary of Ministry of Defense of Latvia Garisons In a month, the Russian Federation can produce or repair about 100-150 tanks, and this is much more than Europe can do. 3 136 25 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. 12 337 25 Ukrainian Politics

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. 1 911 24

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. 1 130 24 Ukrainian Politics

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. 2 233 24

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. 3 572 24 Previously in trend: Gas War

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 6 896 23 Ukrainian Politics

Ukraine's Defense Minister thanked Latvia for assistance in treatment and rehabilitation of Ukrainian servicemen Ambassador of Latvia to Ukraine Juris Poikans pledged of the readiness of the Latvian party to continue treatment and rehabilitation of the Ukrainian soldiers. 1 651 22 Ukrainian Politics

leopard Heads of foreign affairs of Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania called on Germany to provide Leopard tanks to Ukraine as soon as possible The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Latvia Edgars Rinkevich, Estonia Urmas Reinsalu, and Lithuania Gabrielus Landsbergis call on Germany to provide Ukraine with Leopard 2 battle tanks. 2 073 21 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

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. 5 051 21

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. 2 923 23 Previously in trend: 9th May in Russia

оон,радбез Joint Statement of Baltic States: Russia cannot preside over UN Security Council Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia - opposed the Russian presidency of the UN Security Council in April. 6 287 21 World

каріньш Ukraine should join NATO after victory in order to avoid new war, - Latvian Prime Minister Karins The only way to guarantee that Russia can be kept under control will be the full accession of a liberated Ukraine to NATO along with all security guarantees. 1 273 21 Previously in trend: War

каріньш Russia will not stop even if Ukraine liberates its territories. West should develop long-term deterrence strategy - Latvian Foreign Minister Karins Latvian Foreign Minister Krisjanis Karins said that the West needs a long-term strategy to deter Russia, as Moscow will look for new targets for aggression, regardless of the outcome of a full-scale war against Ukraine. 1 980 21 Previously in trend: War

левітс,егілс President of Latvia Levits is convinced that Ukraine is ready to join NATO: "It is a very good opportunity for Alliance to have such a strong country in its membership" President of Latvia Egils Levits believes that Ukraine is ready to become a full member of NATO and will be able to strengthen its defense capabilities. 3 138 20 World

нато,україна Ukraine should become NATO’s 33rd member as soon as possible, - Latvian Defense Minister Spruds Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds believes that Ukraine should become the 33rd full member of NATO as soon as possible. 1 787 19 Incidents

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. 2 739 24 Previously in trend: Possible Russian attack on NATO Russia’s attack on NATO countries

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. 784 19 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

дайга,міеріня War for Ukraine is struggle for world peace - Speaker of Latvian Seimas Mierinia It is necessary to urgently provide military support to Ukraine, because as long as countries delay, people die on the battlefield. 1 213 18 Previously in trend: War

генштаб,умєров We discussed asymmetric responses to occupiers at front - Umierov had conversation with his Latvian counterpart Spruds Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umierov had a telephone conversation with his Latvian counterpart Andris Spruds. 987 18 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine 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. 2 002 18 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Прем'єр-міністерка Латвії Евіка Сіліня Latvian Prime Minister Siliņa after her visit to Washington: US Congress found procedural way for compromise on aid to Ukraine Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa said that the US Congress had found "some kind of procedural way" to approve the extension of aid to Ukraine. 5 726 17 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

кордон Latvian government approves 5-year plan to strengthen border with Russia and Belarus worth 303 million euros The Latvian government has approved a 5-year plan to strengthen the border with Russia and Belarus worth 303 million euros. 1 100 17 World

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