Latvia's State Security Service (VDD) has detained an individual in connection with threats made against companies providing support to Ukraine. This action follows the initiation of a criminal investigation by the Latvian Security Service into alleged terrorism threats by a pro-Kremlin group, leading to one arrest.

TVNET: VDD Arrests Individual Linked to Threats Against Companies Supporting Ukraine

Latvia's State Security Service (VDD) has detained an individual in connection with threats made against businesses that are providing support to Ukraine.

Delfi: Latvian security service launches probe into pro-Kremlin group's terrorism…

The Latvian Security Service has initiated a criminal investigation into threats of terrorism allegedly made by a pro-Kremlin group, leading to one arrest.

The Prosecutor's Office has launched criminal proceedings against Edvins Balševics, the former state secretary for the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (VARAM). This follows his suspension from the position amid an official investigation into the alleged disclosure of restricted information.

TVNET: Prosecutor's Office Initiates Criminal Proceedings Against VARAM State…

The Prosecutor's Office has launched criminal proceedings against Balševics, the state secretary for the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (VARAM).

President Edgars Rinkēvičs is facing criticism from journalist Lato Lapsa for his decision to grant a pardon to inventor Raimonds Skuruls. Lapsa accuses the President of acting cowardly and without principle by not challenging the conviction.

Pietiek: Lato Lapsa: President Rinkēvičs acted like a coward in the inventor Skuruls case

Journalist Lato Lapsa criticizes President Edgars Rinkēvičs for granting a pardon to inventor Raimonds Skuruls, accusing the president of acting cowardly and without principle by not challenging the conviction.

An investigation is currently underway into a reported attack on a soldier at his workplace in Teika, Latvia. Initial reports suggest that the incident may have been concealed.

Delfi: Attack on soldier at work in Teika covered up?

An investigation is underway into an attack on a soldier at his workplace in Teika, Latvia, with initial reports suggesting the incident may have been concealed.

With the 15th Saeima elections approaching, political discussions are intensifying. Ilze Indriksone, the National Alliance's prime ministerial candidate and current Minister of Education and Science, has outlined her party's goals and views on potential coalitions and public media governance. There's also a focus on engaging young voters and their expectations for the next government.

IR: Prime Ministerial Candidate Interviews: Indriksone on NA's Goals, Coalition…

National Alliance's prime ministerial candidate Ilze Indriksone discusses the party's main goals, potential coalition with Šlesers, views on the Istanbul Convention, and proposals for public media governance.

IR: Don't Step on a Rake! Is It Easy for Young People to Vote?

Ahead of the 15th Saeima elections, IR discusses what concerns young people and the kind of government they wish to see, engaging with supporters of popular parties and undecided voters.

Pietiek: Elections are just around the corner. What to vote for?

An article discussing the upcoming parliamentary elections, questioning the candidates, their declarations, and the overall political and economic direction.

TVNET: VIDEO: Stepaņenko Refuses to Assess Whether Russia Threatens Latvia

Former Minister of Health Anda Čakša, represented by her lawyer, refuses to comment on whether Russia poses a threat to Latvia.

Director Viesturs Kairišs is discussing his film 'Uļa', focusing on the Latgale region and the vital role of Latvian culture amid societal and political turmoil.

IR: Director Kairišs on 'Uļa', Latgale, and the Power of Culture in Chaos

Director Viesturs Kairišs discusses his film 'Uļa', the Latgale region, and the significance of Latvian culture during a time of societal and political chaos.

The port of Liepaja is experiencing significant logistical activity with a large number of grain wagons crowding the area. Concurrently, an updated list has been released detailing companies registered in Latvia that continue to export goods to Russia and Belarus.

Delfi: Grain wagons crowd Liepaja port

Photos show a large number of grain wagons gathered at the port of Liepaja, Latvia, indicating significant agricultural or logistical activity.

Delfi: Updated list of companies registered in Latvia exporting to Russia and Belarus

An updated list has been published detailing companies registered in Latvia that export goods to Russia and Belarus.

A critical commentary suggests that Chapter 11 of the Companies' Reorganization Law is being misused, leading to financial losses for shareholders. Separately, an article examines the ineffectiveness of current measures aimed at reducing alcoholism in Latvia, concluding that policies have been largely unsuccessful.

Pietiek: We need to get rid of Chapter 11, before it becomes a public disaster

A critical commentary on Chapter 11 of the Companies' Reorganization Law, which is accused of being used by parasites and leading to significant financial losses for shareholders.

Pietiek: Alcoholism reduction in Latvia has achieved nothing

An article critically examining the effectiveness of measures to reduce alcoholism in Latvia, suggesting that policies and efforts have been largely unsuccessful.

A private individual has successfully won a court case against the Health Inspection and Ministry of Health, resulting in a significant financial loss for the state institutions. Meanwhile, an analysis highlights the ongoing issues with the control of stray and aggressive dogs in Latvia, examining the legal loopholes and the long-term trauma caused by attacks.

Pietiek: Private individual wins court case for 142,290 euros; Health Inspection and…

A private individual has won a court case against the Health Inspection and Ministry of Health, resulting in a loss of 142,290 euros for the state institutions.

IR: Dog Attack in Carnikava: Lifelong Trauma and Legal Loopholes

An analysis of the control of stray and aggressive dogs in Latvia and the legal consequences for dogs that attack humans.