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Romania
‘Actions Speak Louder’ – Senators Grill Ambassador Nominees Over Trump’s Eastern Flank Strategy
Confirmation hearing for top diplomats becomes “stress test” of Washington’s resolve as key lawmakers warn troop cuts send “precisely the wrong message” to Moscow.
Nov. 20, 2025
Russia
Latvia Orders 841 Russians to Leave Over Language and Residency Law Violations
It was also reported on Friday that Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are drawing up contingency plans for mass evacuations in case of a Russian attack as national security concerns intensify.
Oct. 10, 2025
NATO
Latvia Warns Russia ‘Testing’ NATO Defenses with Drone and Aircraft Incursions
Latvia’s FM says Russia is deliberately testing NATO with drone and aircraft incursions, warns of possible shootdowns, and backs plans for a “drone wall” along the alliance’s eastern flank.
Sept. 30, 2025
Sweden
Nordics, Baltics Say ‘No Decisions on Ukraine Without Ukraine’
Nordics and Baltics reinforce European coalition in support of Ukraine before Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska.
Aug. 10, 2025
Top News
OPINION: Trojan Horse in the Baltics: How Russia Will Launch a Stealth Attack
Don’t expect tanks rolling across the Russian border into the Baltics. Moscow intends to undermine NATO by fomenting pro-Russian disruptions inside those countries.
Aug. 3, 2025
Ukraine
Latvia to Send 42 Armored Vehicles to Ukraine
The Patria 6x6 can carry up to 10 troops, is equipped with a mortar system, and is capable of conducting amphibious missions.
July 1, 2025
War in Ukraine
Baltic Countries Press for NATO and EU Action on Ukraine: “Its Future Is in NATO”
The joint statement from Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia calls Ukraine’s NATO membership key to lasting European peace.
June 7, 2025
UN
DR Congo, Colombia, Latvia Among New UN Security Council Members
The UN General Assembly elected the five countries to its rotating non-permanent member seats for the upcoming term. Ukraine’s ally Latvia could be a strong voice for Kyiv on the Security Council.
June 3, 2025
War in Ukraine
Latvia Urges EU to Freeze Visas for Russians Amid Mounting Sabotage Fears
European states, including Poland, have accused Russia of orchestrating a wave of sabotage, cyberattacks and arson across the continent aimed at destabilizing the EU and NATO.
May 27, 2025
Russia
Russia Intensifying Military Reforms and Surveillance of NATO in Baltic, Latvia Spy Agency Warns
The intelligence report notes that Moscow also plans to expand Russia’s armed forces from one to 1.5 million soldiers.
May 7, 2025
Russia
Latvia Parliament Votes to Withdraw From Landmines Treaty
The parliament approved the treaty exit by a large margin. The decision is set to come into effect six months after Latvia formally notifies the United Nations.
April 16, 2025
Ukraine
The Suwałki Gap Explained: Why Russia Wants It, Why NATO Fears It
Chuck Pfarrer, the former squadron leader of SEAL Team 6 goes over what the Suwałki Gap is and why it matters so much to Russia and NATO
April 10, 2025
NATO
Finland to Withdraw From Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said a fundamentally changed security environment in Europe prompted the decision by Finland – a NATO member bordering Russia – to pull out of the 1997 Ottawa Treaty.
April 1, 2025
Europe
‘We Will Never Agree to Forceful Change of Borders’ – Baltics Vow
Top Baltic diplomats meet with Rubio to urge continued aid to Ukraine and more pressure on Russia to achieve sustainable peace.
March 26, 2025
US
Baltic Foreign Ministers Visit Washington to Discuss Ukraine, Increased Russian Aggression
Top Baltic diplomats in US to urge support for NATO and Ukraine
March 24, 2025
Europe
EU’s $200 Billion Dilemma: Seize Russian Assets or Hold for Leverage?
The UK, as well as Baltic and Nordic nations are pushing for immediate action while France, Germany, and Italy are opposed.
Feb. 25, 2025