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The political scientist mentions possible reasons why Kulbergs is delaying the discussions on the new coalition, planning talks with the National Alliance and the New Unity closer to the first session of the 15th Saeima, while also considering the inclusion of other parties, including Latvia First, Sovereign Power/The New Latvian Union, and the Progressives, in the formation of the government. #Saeima #valdība #politika (translated)

Eriks asked whether the government would comment on what he认为 was the strange granting of citizenship to both Indian pseudo-scientists. He inquired whether the Academy of Sciences or Kūtris would comment on this issue and whether there would be a report or research on LTV news that day. Eriks also questioned whether the issue was really so unimportant and asked how two Indians could have ridiculed the state so much. #Latvija #pilsonība #ziņas (translated)

The National Alliance announced that it will turn to law enforcement institutions regarding the granting of Latvian citizenship to an Indian citizen. The party will also call for the publication of what was discussed in the closed meeting of the Saeima Citizenship Commission and will propose to revise the procedure for granting citizenship for special merits. #Latvija #pilsonība #tiesības (translated)

Andris Velps argues that Didzis Dejus, the Minister President Andris Kulbergs' external consultant on strategic planning and new economy issues, is involved in the trading of temporary residence permits, which he refers to as attracting investors, in a certain public company. Velps asked what new policy could be expected from the students of the old politics and associated it with what he believes is the loud resistance to immigration restrictions. #politika #Latvija #investīcijas (translated)

Marats Kasems wrote that among Leonīds Ragozins' supporters was Anatolijs Golubovs, who, according to him, led the Russian-language version of Delfi for 25 years, as well as Berezovska, Buzajevs, the so-called "good Russians," and Sputnik employees. Kasems noted that he had researched the list of Ragozin's fan group members and published the first part of the article; he promised the second part would come later. He categorized the people mentioned in the list into three groups: the so-called good Russians, Sputnik employees, and journalists from the Russian-language version of Delfi. Kasems wrote that some of them were offended by Latvia or felt that they had been treated unfairly, while others had publicly expressed hatred towards the country for years. He also mentioned comments from Mamikins and former deputy editor of the Russian-language version of Delfi, Kim Kosmachev, noting that neither had signed Ragozin's statement of support. Golubovs, according to Kasems, had signed. In the list, Kasems mentioned Lev Kadik, describing him as a leftist anarchist and a former newspaper employee, as well as a former commentator for the Russian-language version of Delfi. He indicated Iļja Kozin as a former employee of Latvian public media. Regarding Mitrofan Slobodjans, Kasems wrote that he had been a member of the Harmony Center party and, according to KNAB data, had donated money to the party. He also claimed that Slobodjans, along with Antonina Nenaševa, had been an assistant to Saeima deputy Holostovs, and Holostov was evaluated very derogatorily. Kasems described Iļja Azars as a "good Russian" and claimed that in an interview, Azars had tried to convince him of Russian discrimination in Latvia. He also mentioned Delfi and LSM journalist Maria Kugela and Aleksandrs Giļmanis. Regarding Giļmanis, Kasems claimed that he had urged Latvian school students' parents to teach their children to fight against fascists, meaning Latvians. #Ragozins #vatņiki #sputnik #propaganda #delfi #Ragozins #propaganda #delfi (translated)

I call on the Latvian security services to investigate the actions of former Prime Minister Andris Šķēle, including his connections to individuals close to Vladimir Putin, and his apparent role in efforts to take control of my company away from me," said Šeflers, who changed the name of his vodka brand from "Stolichnaya" to "Stoli" in 2022, protesting against Russia's repeated invasion of Ukraine. #LatvijasDrošība #AndrisŠķēle #AmberBeverageGroup (translated)

The State Security Service (VDD) has initiated a criminal proceeding based on a complaint from Stoli owner Shefler, in which he accuses former Prime Minister Andris Šķēle of attempting to force him to give up control of his company. #LatvijasDrošība #AndrisŠķēle #AmberBeverageGroup (translated)

The Latvian public has published a message from Sarmīte Cīrule, a combat medic of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, in which she wrote that four years had passed since the start of her service two days ago. She had initially planned to serve for one or two years and had hoped that the war would have ended by then with a defeat for the Russian forces. Cīrule also criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for saying that a Russian general had made a mistake and that Ukraine should have quickly lost the war. Cīrule reported that during the four years, she had experienced a lot, made new friends, and tested the loyalty of former friends and acquaintances. She thanked the people who had come to Latvia for the treats and support, saying that the help alleviates her struggle. She urged to help Ukraine, to endure to the end and to win, emphasizing that love gives her the strength to continue and that loyalty is her most important quality. Cīrule added that the finish line has not yet been reached and that the victory of supporters will be part of the common victory. #Ukraina #Cīņa #Mīlestība (translated)

Ilmārs Poikāns wrote that Russian media and diplomatic circles have reported on Vladimir Putin's offer to hold a trilateral meeting with Donald Trump and Xi Jinping next week or in the coming weeks to discuss Ukraine. According to Poikāns, neither Volodymyr Zelensky nor European leaders would be invited to the negotiating table. Poikāns described this initiative as an attempt to return to the logic of the 1945 great power agreements and to challenge Ukraine's right to determine its own future. He emphasized that such a precedent would be dangerous for Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, as it could reinforce the belief that territorial borders can be changed through military force. Poikāns also warned that Russia could use the pause for the restoration of its army and military industrial base, but later make demands regarding buffer zones or the withdrawal of allied forces from the Baltic states. In his view, the proposal could be adapted to Trump's desire for a quick agreement, while Xi's involvement would attempt to make China a guarantor of Russia's gains. Poikāns pointed out that support for the division of Ukraine could significantly worsen China's relations with the European Union. He also suggested that the leak of this information before the U.S. midterm elections and Trump's expected visit to China could increase distrust among Kyiv, European capitals, and Washington. Poikāns stressed that talks about Ukraine without Ukraine would not be a peace process, but rather imposed capitulation. He urged Europe, especially the Baltic states, Poland, and the Nordic countries, to speed up the strengthening of military capabilities, as he believes that issues of European security should not be decided by great powers without European involvement. #Ukraina #Baltija #Starptautiskāsattiecības (translated)

The ASV Bankruptcy Court will decide today on the allocation of 35 million euros to the Latvian national airline airBaltic as part of the planned funding of up to 350 million euros to support the company's financial stabilization. #airBaltic #finansējums #Maksātnespējasprocess (translated)

The competitiveness of the European Union (EU) is a strategic security issue, emphasized Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs, who participated in a meeting of the Arraiolos Group in the Slovenian town of Brdo near Kranj on Thursday and Friday. According to presidential advisor Mārtiņš Drēģeris, Rinkēvičs believes that the EU must invest in the development of technology and artificial intelligence and must prevent overregulation, finding a balance between the protection of citizens' rights and the opportunities for European companies to develop and be globally competitive. Rinkēvičs noted that EU security is closely linked to the security of Ukraine, which is why support for Ukraine must continue in all forms, especially during the autumn and winter period when Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukraine's civilian and energy infrastructure. At the same time, Rinkēvičs acknowledged that political reform may be necessary for the admission of new member states to the EU. #EiropasSavienība #drošība #Ukraina (translated)

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs emphasized that Europe needs to invest more in security and defense, as well as strengthen the connection with Ukraine's security, by participating in the meeting of the Adriatic Group in Slovenia. #EiropasSavienība #drošība #Ukraina (translated)

The article discusses the role of Latvian citizen Oļegs Ļevuškins in a sabotage attempt at Leipzig Airport, which is linked to Russian intelligence services, and it is noted that the VDD has initiated proceedings for the deprivation of his Latvian citizenship. #OļegsĻevuškins #diversija #Krievija (translated)

The railway swindler claimed that Indians who had recently received Latvian citizenship for special merits to the country were fraudsters who mocked gullible Latvians. He wrote that about 80 deputies and 1000 advisors, who receive several thousand a month, believed this without objection. The author mentioned this as evidence of the intelligence level of the Saeima deputies and how seriously they take the work entrusted to them. #Latvija #Saeima #Sabiedrība (translated)