Latvian Political Monitor

Trump threatens EU over possible associated member status for Canada.

What is happening with the group “Bumerangs”? The planned anniversary concerts have been suddenly cancelled, and the published reason is surprising

Kulberg's "eye corners twitch" and he wants to cry - what causes such a reaction?

The parties in power have allowed and continue to allow this plague! You can't do without a 'scalpel' here! https://t.co/oB2EJpcUJs

Today marks 35 years since Latvia joined the United Nations🇱🇻🇺🇳. Today, for the first time, we serve on the UN Security Council — upholding international peace and security, international law, the UN Charter, supporting Ukraine. #LatviaUNSC @UN https://t.co/BgaohkiKHz

The US Congress approves broader sanctions against Russia. The goal of the sanctions should be measurable, namely to reduce Russia's income, not just to add to the lists of sanctioned persons. The bill would allow sanctioning Russian banks, war supporters and those involved in circumventing sanctions, as well as targeting the shadow fleet. The most significant new instrument is the possibility for the US president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on five countries that are the largest importers of Russian crude oil or natural gas, as well as countries that help circumvent sanctions on Russian oil. These sanctions would affect not only Russia, but also countries that are still open to cooperation with Russia. The law still needs to be signed by the president. However, a significant question remains whether the new powers will actually be used against the shadow fleet, financial intermediaries and the largest energy resource buyers.

Stevedores accuse NA of populism on grain transit issue: loud slogans without understanding of consequences for Latvian economy

Stepaņenko refuses to assess the threat posed by Russia to Latvia

LPV's prime ministerial candidate tries to answer various questions about both Latvian history and philosophical topics.

Latvia welcomes the passage of the Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act by the 🇺🇸 U.S. House of Representatives. Only maximum pressure against the aggressor can bring lasting peace. https://t.co/1wu71bUJYe

Of course, you can't change the DNA. https://t.co/vOdCWSWsBJ

In private business, the manager is the decision-maker who allows things to happen but simultaneously takes full responsibility. In government, you depend on 3 coalition partners and their behavior in the Saeima. Therefore, without a dominant mandate from voters, it is impossible to achieve real bureaucracy reduction. After the elections, if society gives such a mandate, AS will certainly accomplish it.

KNAB will check large gifts to Yulia Stepanenko from her father living in Russia