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Sibiga discusses sanctions against russia and energy needs at meeting with Nordic-Baltic Eight foreign ministers
September 24 2024, 10:58 AM • 13494 viewsAlliance must show Russia that violation of NATO airspace is unacceptable - Dutch Defense Minister
September 23 2024, 11:53 AM • 13664 viewsThree NATO countries call for strengthening the eastern flank and introducing air defense rotation
September 19 2024, 05:49 AM • 15342 viewsRomania says NATO must react to Russian incursions into its airspace
September 18 2024, 12:29 PM • 15180 viewsHow to leave the occupied territories and the Russian Federation for Ukraine: explanations
August 16 2024, 03:32 PM • 31405 viewsPopular
Russia was expelled from the Association of Mediterranean Ombudsmen - Lubinets
• 13954 viewsShooting occurs in Kryvyi Rih: two wounded, special operation announced in the city
• 13512 viewsDuda: there is a risk of Russian strikes on nuclear power plants in Rivne and Khmelnytsky
• 18124 viewsUkraine offers Northern European countries to arm and train a battalion of Ukrainian Armed Forces - Defense Ministry
• 19834 viewsGermany allocates EUR 70 million to restore Ukraine's energy sector
• 24732 viewsOver 540 Ukrainian soldiers undergo rehabilitation in Latvia
August 15 2024, 11:39 AM • 18878 viewsLatvia has prepared a new batch of about 500 drones for Ukraine
August 13 2024, 01:55 PM • 33534 viewsFormula for Peace and Participation in the Crimean Platform: the OP held a meeting with Brazilian parliamentarians
August 8 2024, 07:07 PM • 102083 viewsEstonia tightens control on the border with Russia - "up to X-ray"
August 8 2024, 08:58 AM • 18511 viewsItaly scrambles fighter jets over unidentified planes in the Baltic
August 6 2024, 10:45 PM • 110124 viewsHACCU mitigates preventive measure for another defendant in the case against ex-Minister Solskyi
Public Council under ARMA has declared the agency's work non-transparent and resigned its powers
No matter what is in Putin's head: what is known about Zelensky's Victory Plan
Publicity forced ARMA to fulfill its duties: a tender for a manager for the Russian-owned Flagman shopping center was announced
Twisting, turning, confusing, or how acting Deputy Head of the State Tax Service Sokur tried to avoid the NACP inspection
Bunkers, ditches and minefields: Latvia is strengthening its defense on the border with Russia
August 6 2024, 02:20 PM • 17508 viewsBlogger wonders who is behind Mishchenko, who is allowed to steal from the state
July 29 2024, 02:02 PM • 17439 viewsTens of thousands of people in the Baltic States and Poland lost power due to storms
July 29 2024, 01:05 PM • 21301 viewsRecord rainfall in Latvia: streets flooded, roads blocked, tens of thousands of people without power
July 29 2024, 07:11 AM • 20696 viewsCzech Defense Minister visits Ukraine and honors those who died in wars
July 27 2024, 05:00 PM • 97549 viewsEU forms new team of commissioners: who will join
July 25 2024, 08:35 AM • 102641 viewsLatvia reacts to information about the possible participation of its citizens in the Artek children's camp
July 24 2024, 10:11 PM • 26925 viewsSanctions are working: the EU is confident that Russia is lying about the strength of its economy
July 24 2024, 05:58 PM • 22327 viewsLatvia to hand over new batch of medical aid to Ukraine
July 24 2024, 10:04 AM • 33668 viewsHouse for Ukrainian refugees opened in Riga
July 23 2024, 07:45 AM • 28594 viewsLatvia sends a new batch of military aid to Ukraine consisting of 500 drones
July 23 2024, 07:38 AM • 31105 viewsBaltic States banned the entry of cars with Belarusian license plates
July 18 2024, 05:47 AM • 14562 viewsLithuania to ban cars with Belarusian license plates from July 18
July 17 2024, 01:19 PM • 22699 viewsToday is the anniversary of the Declaration of State Sovereignty of Ukraine: how the first document on the path to independence came to be
July 16 2024, 03:34 AM • 18352 viewsOn July 16, Latvia bans cars with Belarusian license plates from entering the country
July 15 2024, 03:37 PM • 17103 viewsUkraine receives €2 million worth of network equipment from Luxembourg and Denmark to strengthen cybersecurity
July 12 2024, 07:53 PM • 30648 viewsPart of EU to boycott ministerial meetings during Hungary's presidency - Reuters
July 11 2024, 06:58 PM • 22258 viewsThe Patriot system and strengthening security in the Black Sea region: Ukraine and Romania sign security agreement
July 11 2024, 02:56 PM • 28370 viewsDrone Coalition sets up fund for rapid delivery of drones to Ukraine: contributions have already exceeded €45 million
July 11 2024, 07:09 AM • 30304 viewsUkraine receives more than 2.3 thousand tons of power equipment after Russian attacks resume
July 5 2024, 11:33 AM • 21586 viewsSibiga discusses sanctions against russia and energy needs at meeting with Nordic-Baltic Eight foreign ministers
Ukraine's Foreign Minister met with his Nordic-Baltic Eight counterparts in New York. They discussed the strengthening of sanctions against russia, Ukraine's energy needs and support for the Peace Formula.
Alliance must show Russia that violation of NATO airspace is unacceptable - Dutch Defense Minister
Ruben Brekelmans condemned the violation of NATO airspace by a Russian drone in Latvia. He called on the Alliance to demonstrate unity and readiness to act in response to such provocations by Russia.
Three NATO countries call for strengthening the eastern flank and introducing air defense rotation
The defense ministers of Romania, Poland, and Latvia have signed a joint letter to Allies on strengthening NATO's air defense. They call for the immediate introduction of an air defense rotation model and increased deterrence activities on the eastern flank of the Alliance.
Romania says NATO must react to Russian incursions into its airspace
Romania's defense minister called on NATO to respond in a coordinated manner to incidents involving Russian missiles and drones. The countries on NATO's eastern flank expressed concern about repeated violations of NATO airspace.
How to leave the occupied territories and the Russian Federation for Ukraine: explanations
Due to the closure of the Kolotylivka-Pokrovka checkpoint, Ukrainian citizens are advised to return via Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Georgia or Turkey. The Foreign Intelligence Service warns of the risks of filtration measures by Russia and Belarus.
Over 540 Ukrainian soldiers undergo rehabilitation in Latvia
Latvia has provided medical rehabilitation to over 540 wounded Ukrainian soldiers. The country will continue to support Ukraine by sending humanitarian aid and accepting wounded soldiers for treatment.
Latvia has prepared a new batch of about 500 drones for Ukraine
Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds announced the preparation of another package of military assistance to Ukraine. About 500 Latvian-made UAVs will be sent to support various combat missions.
Formula for Peace and Participation in the Crimean Platform: the OP held a meeting with Brazilian parliamentarians
The Deputy Head of the OP met with a delegation from the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies. The parties discussed the Peace Formula, participation in the Crimean Platform and Brazil's presidency of the G20.
Estonia tightens control on the border with Russia - "up to X-ray"
Starting August 8, Estonia will introduce enhanced customs control at all border crossings with Russia. The goal is to prevent the import of sanctioned goods, including military items and cash.
Italy scrambles fighter jets over unidentified planes in the Baltic
Italian Eurofighter Typhoons intercepted unidentified aircraft in Baltic airspace. The fighters took off from a base in Lithuania on the orders of the NATO surveillance center in Germany.
Bunkers, ditches and minefields: Latvia is strengthening its defense on the border with Russia
Construction of the first line of fortifications on the NATO border with Russia and Belarus has begun in eastern Latvia. The 'Baltic Defense Line' project involves the creation of anti-tank ditches, fences and bunkers to strengthen border defense.
Blogger wonders who is behind Mishchenko, who is allowed to steal from the state
Political analyst Taras Zahorodniy calls for an investigation into the situation with businessman Valeriy Mishchenko, who is suspected of illegally seizing Medvedchuk's companies. The assets were supposed to be confiscated by the state, but ended up in Mishchenko's hands.
Tens of thousands of people in the Baltic States and Poland lost power due to storms
Severe storms in the Baltic States and Poland left tens of thousands of people without electricity. In Lithuania and Poland, casualties were reported, infrastructure was damaged, and Latvia experienced record rainfall.
Record rainfall in Latvia: streets flooded, roads blocked, tens of thousands of people without power
A powerful storm with record rainfall is raging in Latvia. Streets are flooded, roads are blocked, and 30,000 people are without power. Riga may receive two months' worth of precipitation, and a severe storm is expected.
Czech Defense Minister visits Ukraine and honors those who died in wars
Jana Černohova visited Ukraine and honored the memory of Czech and Ukrainian soldiers. She laid flowers at the Sadahur cemetery and took part in an event at the Choral Mound.
EU forms new team of commissioners: who will join
Most EU countries have already nominated candidates for the new European Commission. Among them are both new names and current commissioners. The key issues will be EU enlargement and negotiations with Ukraine.
Latvia reacts to information about the possible participation of its citizens in the Artek children's camp
Latvia is investigating information about the possible participation of its children in the Artek camp in occupied Crimea. Authorities warn of risks and urge not to visit the occupied territories of Ukraine.
Sanctions are working: the EU is confident that Russia is lying about the strength of its economy
Finance ministers from eight EU countries say Western sanctions have hit the Russian military machine. They call for increased pressure on the Putin regime and support for Ukraine.
Latvia to hand over new batch of medical aid to Ukraine
The Latvian government has approved a new batch of medical aid for Ukraine. It will include antibiotics, syringes, bandages and other equipment, in particular for the damaged Okhmatdyt hospital in Kyiv.
House for Ukrainian refugees opened in Riga
A house for Ukrainian refugees has been opened in Riga, where they can live for the first 120 days of their stay in Latvia. The building is designed for 125 people and has an equipped kitchen and washing machines.
Latvia sends a new batch of military aid to Ukraine consisting of 500 drones
Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds announced that a new batch of military aid, including more than 500 drones, has been sent to Ukraine. This is part of a planned delivery of 2,500 drones worth 4 million euros.
Baltic States banned the entry of cars with Belarusian license plates
Estonia joined the ban on the entry of cars with Belarusian license plates imposed by Latvia and Lithuania. The ban is related to the tightening of EU sanctions against Belarus for supporting Russian aggression in Ukraine.
Lithuania to ban cars with Belarusian license plates from July 18
Lithuania will ban the entry of cars with Belarusian license plates into the country from July 18, with the exception of diplomatic vehicles and personal use until August 16, 2024.
Today is the anniversary of the Declaration of State Sovereignty of Ukraine: how the first document on the path to independence came to be
Ukraine celebrates the 34th anniversary of the Declaration of State Sovereignty, the first document on the path to independence adopted by the Verkhovna Rada on July 16, 1990.
On July 16, Latvia bans cars with Belarusian license plates from entering the country
Starting July 16, 2024, cars with Belarusian license plates will be banned from entering the European Union through Latvia's border crossings with Belarus and Russia as part of the eighth package of EU sanctions against Russia and Belarus for their participation in the aggression against Ukraine.
Ukraine receives €2 million worth of network equipment from Luxembourg and Denmark to strengthen cybersecurity
Luxembourg and Denmark have provided the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine with network equipment and licenses worth more than €2 million to improve network security and facilitate the implementation of information systems.
Part of EU to boycott ministerial meetings during Hungary's presidency - Reuters
Several EU countries, including Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Finland, will boycott ministerial meetings organized by Hungary during its presidency of the EU Council to protest Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's meetings with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping.
The Patriot system and strengthening security in the Black Sea region: Ukraine and Romania sign security agreement
Romania will provide Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and support its security efforts in the Black Sea region under a new bilateral agreement.
Drone Coalition sets up fund for rapid delivery of drones to Ukraine: contributions have already exceeded €45 million
The Drone Coalition for Ukraine has created a fund, which has already received more than €45 million in contributions, to help deliver drones quickly.
Ukraine receives more than 2.3 thousand tons of power equipment after Russian attacks resume
Ukraine received more than 2,300 tons of energy equipment from 14 countries to repair and restore facilities damaged by Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure.