Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina announces shock resignation

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Silina arrives for the EU Summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, Thursday, April 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Petros Karadjias) - Copyright Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved

By Angela Skujins

Published on 14/05/2026 - 10:53 GMT+2•Updated 10:59

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Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina has announced on Thursday she will resign, triggering the collapse of the country's governing coalition ahead of key October parliamentary elections.

Latvia's centre-right Prime ‌Minister Evika Silina announced on Thursday she will resign from the top job, effectively triggering the collapse of the country's governing coalition.

Latvia is set to face parliamentary elections in October.

The shock departure follows a series of heated internal disputes after the Baltic nation's left-leaning defence minister Andris Sprūds resigned on Sunday.

It came after breaches Latvia's air defences by Ukrainian drones diverted from Russia – and the country's delayed response.

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Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina announces shock resignation

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina has announced on Thursday she will resign, triggering the collapse of the country's governing coalition ahead of key October parliamentary elections.

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