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 · Dec 18, 2025
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 The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2025
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. Reason · Dec 5, 2025
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 · Nov 28, 2025
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. Euronews · Nov 25, 2025
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. AAP · Nov 23, 2025
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 · Nov 18, 2025
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 · Nov 6, 2025
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. Euronews · Nov 5, 2025
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. Space · Nov 3, 2025
Latvia's president sends law withdrawing from Istanbul Convention back to Saeima The country's parliament, or Saeima, voted on 31 October to withdraw from the human rights treaty which opposes violence against women and domestic violence. Euronews · Nov 3, 2025
A Latvian arrested for allegedly collecting information for Russia's intelligence Latvia's State Security Service says it has arrested a Latvian citizen for allegedly spying on the country's defense sector for Russia's GRU military intelligence service The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2025
Latvia 'will have to respect' rules protecting women even if it quits Istanbul Convention Latvia will have to uphold protection rules for women even if it quits the Istanbul Convention in a divisive move seen as backtracking on fundamental rights. Euronews · Oct 31, 2025
Latvian parliament votes to withdraw from Istanbul Convention opposing violence against women The Latvian parliament decided to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention after a heated 13-hour debate, potentially making Latvia the first EU state to renounce it. Euronews · Oct 31, 2025
TechRadar · Oct 20, 2025 Massive SIM farm network powering 49 million fake accounts taken apart by Europol Seven people were arrested and four luxury cars confiscated in Europol operation.
Euronews · Oct 17, 2025 Latvian police bust European cybercrime ring and arrest seven suspects, Europol says The network, dismantled in an operation on 10 October, is accused of scamming thousands across Europe out of nearly €5 million.
The Independent UK · Oct 15, 2025 The passionate Harry Kane speech driving England’s World Cup dream The Bayern Munich striker delivered a rousing speech to his England teammates after victory over Latvia secured their passage to the USA, Canada and Mexico
The Guardian - UK · Oct 15, 2025 Tuchel will reach out to ‘important’ Bellingham before next England camp The Real Madrid midfielder was not in the squad which faced Wales and Latvia, but the England head coach feels all those who missed out are ‘eager to come back’
The Guardian - UK · Oct 15, 2025 Spicy songs and Tuchel in spotlight as England get set for World Cup furnace In today’s Football Daily: England turn up the volume against Latvia
International Business Times UK · Oct 15, 2025 Harry Kane Fires England to 2026 World Cup Glory as Ronaldo's Portugal Are Left Waiting Harry Kane leads England to a World Cup spot while Ronaldo's Portugal will have to wait for their turn.
FourFourTwo · Oct 15, 2025 Here's all 13 England players definitely going to the World Cup England regulars will already be looking ahead to next summer’s tournament
Evening Standard · Oct 15, 2025 England winners and losers: Djed Spence influential in a bad week for Arsenal star Good camp for Elliot Anderson but Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dominic Solanke suffer setback to bid to make World Cup squad
The Independent UK · Oct 15, 2025 John Stones says England building ‘something special’ after reaching World Cup Thomas Tuchel’s team secured their place at next summer’s World Cup with a 5-0 win over Latvia.
Evening Standard · Oct 15, 2025 England fans turn on Gary Neville with X-rated chant during Latvia game Three Lions fans in Latvia aimed the chant at Gary Neville amid a row over his recent 'angry middle-aged white men' rant
International Business Times · Oct 15, 2025 England Clinch 2026 World Cup Qualification, Portugal Forced To Wait Harry Kane scored twice as England thrashed Latvia 5-0 on Tuesday to secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup, while Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal were forced to wait to clinch their spot at the finals after being held by Hungary.