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Baltic states cut Russian electricity ties, ending decades of reliance

Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia all disconnected from the Soviet-era grid on Saturday morning and will merge with the European energy system on Sunday.

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Sweden investigates latest suspected sabotage of Baltic Sea data cable

Sunday's rupture follows a string of incidents that have heightened fears of Russian sabotage and spying in the strategic region.

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Sweden-Latvia undersea data cable damaged, EU vows support

A submarine cable was damaged in the Baltic Sea, the fourth case reported by the Nordic countries in the past two months.

Latvia

Hundreds of Swedish troops arrive in Latvia to join a NATO brigade

Hundreds of Swedish troops arrived in Latvia on Saturday to join a Canadian-led multinational brigade along NATO's eastern flank.

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Cinema

Why the Golden Globe win for animated Latvian film 'Flow' matters

In a historic night of firsts, Gints Zilbalodis’ 'Flow' from Latvia triumphed in the Best Motion Picture – Animated category, marking a significant achievement for the Baltic nation at the Golden Globes.

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NATO completes first large-scale military exercise in Latvia

Operation "Resolute Warrior" involved thousands of troops from 13 different countries.

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Security tops agenda at Riga Conference amid fears of Russian threat

Latvia is ramping up its defence measures in response to a potential Russian invasion, with security taking centre stage at this year’s Riga Conference.

World News

Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland want EU funds to beef up borders

Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland will seek EU funding to build a network of bunkers, barriers, distribution lines and military warehouses along their borders with Russia and Belarus, Estonia said.

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Latvian mural features red cat named Peach

Beloved by local residents in Latvia's capital city of Riga, Peach the cat was created by artist Eriks Caune.

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NATO launches new €7m facilities at military base in Latvia

The brigade is set to conduct its first large-scale field training exercise in November and demonstrate its integration into the NATO higher command structure. Full combat readiness is projected for 2026.

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EU countries raise concerns again over Hungary's easing of visa scheme

Hungary’s National Card immigration scheme has now been relaxed to include nationals from Russia and Belarus.

Art

Sculpture Quadrennial Riga 2024 opens in the Latvian capital

Coming around just once every four years, the 2024 Sculpture Quadrennial Riga features exhibitions, talks, and an epic 24-hour soundscape performance.

Europe News

Baltic Defence Line in Latvia gets its 'dragon's teeth'

Concrete structures, also known as "Lego blocks", will be placed along Latvia's border with Russia and Belarus.

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One person dead as heavy storms hit Baltic states

In Lithuania and Latvia, authorities have warned people to travel only in urgent situations.

Lithuania

One person dies as Latvia and Lithuania hit by powerful storm

Authorities have warned citizens to only travel in emergencies due to the extreme conditions.

Europe News

Latvian summer camps bring joy to Ukrainian children amid conflict

Across the Baltic country, around 20 camps will host over 400 Ukrainian children in July and August in an attempt to bring joy to their lives, at least for a brief moment.

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Josep Borrell visits Latvia

Borrell said Latvia is a frontrunner in its support to Ukraine and an example to others on defence investments.

Destinations

Want a beach holiday without the heat? Here’s where to go in Europe

Travel by train, bus or ferry to make sure you’re not contributing to global warming.

World News

First same-sex partnership officailly registratered in Latvia

Latvia formally passed the legislation last November, following a successful legal challenge by 46 same-sex couples seeking recognition as family units.

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Voter turnout in Latvia slightly up on 2019 data

According to opinion polls carried out in February and May by the research centre Norstat together with the public broadcaster LSM, around a third of respondents said they had no interest in the EU elections.