Latvia

Latvia is a country in the Baltic region of Northern Europe. It is a member of the European Union and NATO, and its geopolitical position makes it a frontline state in relation to Russia.

Why it’s in the news: Latvia is in the news due to a national election held against the backdrop of heightened security concerns related to the war in Ukraine and Russia.

Latest on Latvia

• UK Ministry of Defence patrols arrest 2 Latvians near RAF base
• Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs wins election held under shadow of Ukraine war
• Latvia’s Andris Kulbergs scores big win in election shadowed by Russia
• Latvia holds election as concerns over Russia, inflation dominate
• Nato jets shoot down foreign drone after it enters Latvian airspace
• Bank transfers are now free for Paysera merchants in Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia
• The election occurred amid warnings of potential Russian aggression.
• Russia borders Latvia

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