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Russia strike kills two, injures 17 in Kramatorsk as Ukraine hits port

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Latvian PM: Putin stepping up hybrid war due to Ukraine losses

In an exclusive interview with Europe Today, Latvia’s Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs says the “top level of the Russian mob” is behind a recent uptick in attempted migrant crossings into his country from Belarus.

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Latvian PM speaks exclusively to Euronews as Rubio meets Lavrov

Andris Kulbergs became Latvia's Prime Minister in May after the previous coalition government collapsed over its handling of stray drones. He speaks exclusively to Euronews as US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, meets today Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

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Latvia becomes Lukashenka's latest pressure point for the EU

Belarus has shifted migrant routes towards Latvia's border, forcing Riga to call on its neighbours for support as the Baltic state heads into an election campaign. Lithuania is now considering whether to introduce temporary border controls to manage a rise in secondary migration from Latvia.

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Baltic presidents warn of Russian infrastructure attack plans

The warnings are the latest in a series of alarms from leaders along NATO's eastern flank who suggest Russia may be trying to test the alliance as the Ukraine war drags on after more than four years.

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Security of Baltics is our security, Merz says before NATO summit

Days before the NATO summit in Ankara, Germany’s chancellor and Baltic leaders in Berlin pledged stronger deterrence against Russia and more aid for Ukraine.

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Russian drone shot down in eastern Latvia, confirms top politician

Europe has been on high alert for weeks after a string of drone flyovers into NATO airspace, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall" to better detect and intercept drones violating airspace.

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Latvia issues warning after detecting UAV in its airspace

On Wednesday, Lithuania's Vilnius airport also temporarily shut down after the government announced a suspected drone threat over its airspace.

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NATO fighter jet downs stray Ukrainian drone over Estonia

For the first time, a NATO fighter jet shot down what is believed to have been a stray Ukrainian drone over the Baltic country. Ukraine apologised for the “unintended incident”, while Russia threatened retaliation.

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Helsinki Airport resumes flights after drone alert suspension

Europe has been on high alert for weeks after drone flyovers into NATO airspace reached an unprecedented scale last September, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall" along their borders.

Europe Today

Latvia in turmoil: PM resigns over drone incursion — what now?

Latvia, an EU and NATO member, is facing political turmoil after PM Evika Siliņa resigned yesterday following a drone incursion described as a major security failure. Europe Today has exclusive comments from former Defence Minister Andris Sprūds, who also stepped down this week.

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Ex-defence minister admits Latvia faces security 'questions'

Latvia faces political turmoil after its prime minister resigned and the defence minister stood down, raising concerns about the country’s readiness to counter potential Russian aggression on Europe’s frontline.

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Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announces shock resignation

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announced on Thursday she will resign, triggering the collapse of the country's governing coalition ahead of key October parliamentary elections. On top of this, two senior Latvian politicians have been detained during a corruption investigation.

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How drones over Latvia exposed cracks in Europe’s eastern defences

Latvia found itself at the centre of a national security storm last week. A series of drones crossed into its airspace, sparking not only a fire on the ground but also a political crisis that toppled the defence minister and exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Baltic state’s military readiness.

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Latvian defence minister resigns following recent drone incursions

Several drones from Russia and Ukraine have crashed in the Baltic states, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022.

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Two drones from Russia crash in Latvia, army says

Europe is on high alert after drone flyovers into NATO airspace reached an unprecedented scale last September, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall."

Smart Regions

How young people are hacking the border between Estonia and Latvia

In partnership with the European Commission

In the twin towns of Valga and Valka, an invisible line still divides two communities — even since the border between Estonia and Latvia disappeared. A new EU-funded project is inviting young people to fix that.