With approximately 99% of votes counted in Latvia's 15th parliamentary election, the "United List" has achieved its best-ever result, effectively winning 42 mandates in the new Saeima. The emerging composition of the parliament is becoming clearer as final results are tallied, setting the stage for future government formation.

Delfi: United List Achieves Best Ever Result in Parliamentary Elections

The "United List" party has achieved its best-ever result in the parliamentary elections, with election results being live-tracked as votes are counted.

TVNET: Live Text: Around 99% of votes counted, AS achieves best result ever in Saeima…

As of this morning, approximately 99% of votes have been counted in the Saeima elections, with the 'Apvienotais saraksts' (United List) achieving its best-ever result.

TVNET: 15th Saeima elections: 'United List' has factually won, securing 42 mandates

The 'United List' has effectively won the 15th Saeima elections, securing 42 mandates based on the election results.

Delfi: 15th Saeima Composition Begins to Take Shape

Based on the initial results, the composition of the 15th Saeima (parliament) is starting to become clear, with an update provided at 08:45.

Delfi: Infographic: 95% of Election Votes Counted

An infographic displays the progress of the Saeima elections, showing that 95% of the votes have been counted as of 07:54.

TVNET: The composition of the 15th Saeima is taking shape

The emerging composition of the 15th Saeima, Latvia's parliament, is becoming clearer as results are finalized.

Following the parliamentary elections, discussions on forming a new government are underway. Edgars Tavars, representing the "United List" and current Minister for Smart Administration and Regional Development, has publicly stated that he does not see a possibility of inviting Ainārs Šlesers' "Latvia First" party into a coalition government. Election night saw various parties celebrating and discussing future positions.

TVNET: Tavars sees no possibility of inviting 'Latvia First' party into coalition

Politician Tavars currently does not foresee the possibility of inviting the 'Latvia First' party into a coalition government.

Delfi: Election Night Parties: Where Celebrations, Work, and Ambitious Deals Unfolded

This video report captures the atmosphere at various political parties on election night, showing their celebrations, working environments, and discussions about future positions.

An investigation continues into former Saeima member Armands Krauze concerning an expensive tractor found on his farm, reportedly purchased by a "friend." Questions have been raised about a potential connection to a timber industry scandal.

IR: 'Friend's Tractor' on Ex-Minister Krause's Farm

How did an expensive tractor, purchased by a 'friend', end up on Armands Krause's farm? Is there a connection to the timber industry scandal?

Economist Pēteris Strautiņš has analyzed the challenges facing Latvia's business environment, attributing economic struggles to a "pipe seller" mentality. He outlined reforms that he believes the new government should prioritize to improve the country's economic standing.

IR: What Latvians Can and Cannot Do: A Conversation with Economist Pēteris Strautiņš

Economist Pēteris Strautiņš explains how the economy has suffered from the 'pipe seller' mentality in Latvia's business environment and what reforms should be demanded from the government.

The incoming Saeima will face decisions regarding the Istanbul Convention, a topic that previously sparked significant public debate and protests after a vote by opposition parties and the governing ZZS to withdraw Latvia from it last autumn.

IR: What Will the Next Saeima Do with the Istanbul Convention?

When Saeima opposition parties, along with the governing ZZS, voted last autumn to withdraw Latvia from the Istanbul Convention, the decision angered many voters, leading to large protests.

Prior to the 15th parliamentary elections, IR news posed seven critical questions to prime ministerial candidates from parties expected to enter the Saeima, offering insights into their platforms and priorities.

IR: Party Leaders Answer 7 Important Questions

Before the elections, IR posed seven crucial questions to prime ministerial candidates from seven lists with support exceeding 4% in the latest SKDS poll, indicating a likely entry into Saeima.