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Ikea Invests Billions in Baltic Forest Land Acquisition

Furniture retailer Ikea's largest franchise owner Ingka Group buys 153,000 hectares of forest land in Latvia and Estonia for 720 million euro (equivalent to 7.9 billion kronor).

Investigation into Baltic Sea Cable Break Closed Due to Harsh Weather

The investigation into the vessel suspected of involvement in the serious sabotage of a communications cable between Sweden and Latvia in the Baltic Sea is being closed down.

Latvia Skips Climate Summit Due to High Costs and Hotel Shortages

Sky-high prices and a shortage of hotel rooms. The hassle surrounding this year's climate summit in Brazilian Belém is keeping Latvia's delegation at home. We are not going, mainly due to costs, says Climate Minister Kaspars Melnis to TT.

Drones Spotted Over Nato Base in Latvia, Confirms Major General

Drones have been observed over Nato's base in Latvia, says Major General Jette Albinus to Danish Radio.

Sweden Boosts NATO Contribution for 2026 Defense Efforts

Sweden increases its contribution to Nato's defense 2026. Among other things, Sweden will participate in the new operation to strengthen the eastern flank. - We have high ambitions, says Minister of Defense Pål Jonson (The Moderate Party).

King Carl XVI Gustaf Visits NATO Headquarters and Meets Mark Rutte

Nato Boosts Baltic Sea Surveillance After Drone Alarms in Denmark

Nato increases surveillance in the Baltic Sea region after drone alarms in Denmark, reports Reuters according to Danish media.

EU Holds Crisis Meeting to Develop Drone Defense Strategy

How do we build a drone wall? EU gathers for crisis meeting after recent notable inflights from the east. We must learn the game, urges Estonia's defence chief.