Edgars Rinkevics

Lithuania and Latvia warn Russia may target critical infrastructure in Baltics or Poland

Lithuania and Latvia warn that Russia is planning attacks on critical infrastructure in the Baltic states or Poland.

Latvia pauses women's protection dropout

Latvia will not withdraw from the Istanbul Convention on Violence Against Women – at least not yet.

King Carl XVI Gustaf Highlights Historic Role of Swedish NATO Battalion

Sweden and Latvia have a common history that stretches far back. When King Carl XVI Gustaf visited the Swedish battalion at NATO's multinational brigade, he emphasized that the soldiers are part of something historic.

King Carl XVI Gustaf Visits Swedish NATO Battalion in Latvia

Disconnecting from Russia: "The Blackmail is Over"

On Saturday, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania will disconnect Russia from their power grids, which is seen as a geopolitically important signal.

NATO expands in the Baltic Sea – launches new operation

With the help of a new Nato effort, attacks on the Baltic Sea's infrastructure will be met "robustly and decisively". This was the message when leaders of Nato countries in the region met to discuss the security situation. On the agenda in Helsinki was the Russian shadow fleet believed to be behind the sabotage of several submarine cables.

New NATO Operation in the Baltic Sea: Submarines and Drones

With the help of a new Nato effort, attacks on the Baltic Sea's infrastructure will be met "robustly and firmly". This was the conclusion when leaders of Nato countries in the region met to discuss the security situation. On the agenda in Helsinki was the Russian shadow fleet believed to be behind the sabotage of several submarine cables.

Latvia allows same-sex partnerships

Same-sex couples in Latvia are now allowed to register partnerships – according to a law that came into force on Monday. It is the first time that same-sex couples are recognized legally in the country.