Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Latvia

Why are countries boycotting the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony?

A number of nations have decided to boycott Friday night’s opening ceremony for the Winter Paralympics. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has confirmed athletes from Ukraine, Czechia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Finland will all stay away from the ceremony. The decision to boycott comes after the IPC confirmed six…

The Independent UK

Probe into Russian-backed parcel bomb plot identifies 22 suspects

The suspected perpetrators were recruited from Russia, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania and Ukraine.

Evening Standard

Seven EU ministers ask Commission to keep rules on energy pricing and invest more in clean power

Energy ministers from Denmark, Finland, Latvia, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Portugal are concerned that the EU executive might change market rules, claiming the decision would undermine investments in clean power. Fears for the future of the bloc's carbon market are also growing.

Euronews

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Russian scholar detained and ‘blacklisted’ in Latvia minutes before delivering lecture on North Korea

Scholar says he is backlisted from Latvia due to his views on North Korea

The Independent UK

‘Glass half full’: Latvian minister says EU must move faster on Ukraine support and defence

The EU will cover €90 billion of Ukraine's financial and military needs over the coming two years, and is working on a 20th package of sanctions to further cripple Russia's ability to finance its war through exports of fossil fuel.

Euronews

Police assessing claims Epstein trafficked women into UK through London airport

Gordon Brown shocked to read emails about paedophile financier boasting he could transport girls from Latvia, Lithuania and Russia

Evening Standard

Gordon Brown urges Met Police to investigate Andrew over Epstein ‘sex trafficking’ flights to London

Gordon Brown says he was shocked to read emails about Epstein boasting he could use Stansted Airport to fly in girls from Latvia, Lithuania and Russia

Evening Standard

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Three Takeaways From Team USA’s 5–1 Victory Over Latvia at Milan Cortina Olympics

The U.S. men’s ice hockey team got the job done in its first game at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

Sports Illustrated

Team USA vs. Latvia: Three Bold Predictions for U.S. in First Game of Winter Olympics

The U.S. men’s ice hockey team plays its first game of the Milan Cortina Olympics on Thursday in a showdown against Latvia.

Sports Illustrated

Team USA Men’s Olympic Hockey Schedule: Full List of Games at Milan Cortina Olympics

Team USA will make its Milan Cortina Olympic debut on Thursday against Latvia. Here’s a look at the full schedule of games.

Sports Illustrated

Newsletter: Macron edges Europe towards re-engaging Russia

Also in this newsletter: Latvian PM and Estonian President back EU envoy for Ukraine-Russia talks, and Brussels cautions member states over social media crackdowns.

Euronews

Latvian PM and Estonian president back special EU envoy for Russia-Ukraine talks

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Estonian President Alar Karis have voiced support for the idea of appointing a special European envoy to take part in talks with the Kremlin to end its war in Ukraine.

Euronews

Olympic Hockey TV Schedule for 2026 Milan Cortina Games

Here's everything you need to know about the ice hockey schedule for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.

Sports Illustrated

US-Denmark spat over Greenland 'not the end' of NATO, says Latvian defence minister

In an interview Euronews' flagship show Europe Today, Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds sought to dispel concerns the NATO military alliance is in crisis over Greenland, saying he would "not over-dramatise" the situation.

Euronews

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Conversation

Canada at war with Russia? Why the debate has shifted from ‘if’ to ‘when’

In the fog-softened half light of the morning of Oct. 14, 2023, security cameras along Finland’s eastern border with Russia captured dozens of figures crossing the frontier.

The Independent UK

Russia’s sabotage campaign seeks to overwhelm Europe

The alleged Russian campaign seeks to undermine support for Kyiv, cause divisions, and expose security vulnerabilities

The Independent UK

Is Riga set to be 2026’s coolest city break destination?

The capital of Latvia is undergoing a cultural renaissance, says Elise Morton. Here’s how to soak in its vibrant art scene, inspiring architecture and chic cafe culture

Reason

How Israeli Lawyers Vet Bombing Targets

This past week, I was in Israel with a group of lawyers from the US, Canada, Bulgaria, and Latvia on… The post How Israeli Lawyers Vet Bombing Targets appeared first on Reason.com.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Euronews

European interceptor drones are technologically world leaders

Drone interception technology made in Europe is world-class. The Baltic states in particular, are skilled in drone technology. What is the reason for this success story? A Euronews report from Estonia and Latvia.

Euronews

Lithuania may close Belarus border again over cigarette smuggling balloons

Lithuania may close its border with Belarus again after cigarette smuggling via balloons disrupted flights and spread to Latvia, warns Prime Minister Rugienenė.

AAP

Latvian pair and Swedish champs strike gold at worlds

A Swedish men's beach volleyball duo have joined a Latvian women's pairing in winning gold medals at the world titles in Adelaide.

Euronews

Belgium buys Latvian-made drone interceptors after string of incursions

The deal comes after several drone sightings that disrupted Belgian airports, military bases and a nuclear plant over the last month.

Euronews

Thousands protest against Latvia's potential withdrawal from Istanbul Convention

Signed by 45 countries and the European Union as of 2019, the Council of Europe treaty is meant to standardise support for women who are victims of violence, including domestic abuse.

Euronews

Travel warnings issued for Tanzania as unrest erupts following elections

In Tanzania, violent post-election unrest has led to curfews, travel disruptions, and widespread international advisories against non-essential travel to the country.

Space

Latvia will become 60th nation to sign Artemis Accords for peaceful space exploration

The list of nations signing the Artemis Accords is growing, continuing NASA's efforts to establish internationally cooperative space exploration.

1 2 3 4 5

People

Andrew MountbattenWindsor

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

the European Commission

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.