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Māris Mičerevskis wrote that the problem, in his opinion, was not related to the recruitment of a single Indian scientist, as one person does not change anything significantly. He criticized that neither the Latvian Academy of Sciences, nor security institutions, nor the Saeima had paid attention to what was happening. Mičerevskis ironically mentioned bringing the "new Englishman" to the countryside and hopes to boost industry and develop science, adding that it would be better to buy new galoshes. #zinātne #rūpniecība #sabiedrība (translated)

Juris Vējš claimed that the Indian woman who received citizenship had published in non-existent journals, and thanked Ance Tētere for investigative journalism. He wrote that, as usual, Twitter users had done the work of journalists, but LTV News and Dagnija Neimane had praised the scam, failed to ascertain the facts, and misled the public. https://t.co/H0wIPlrC9h #žurnālistika #fakti #sabiedrība (translated)

Katrīna Iļjinska, writing that she agreed with Jurģis' statement, questioned the broad granting of citizenship and urged the Saeima and supporters of the decision to explain why Latvian citizenship was urgently granted to an Indian citizen. She asked whether the justification was that the woman's husband lives in Latvia, or if she was in danger in India, and what her special merits for Latvia were. Iļjinska pointed out that the woman's connection to Latvia began in 2019, and asked if she spoke Latvian. If she didn't, she didn't understand why citizenship would be granted; if she did, she questioned why the woman couldn't naturalize. Iļjinska also asked why one couldn't stay in Latvia with a temporary residence permit and emphasized that there are other mechanisms that allow people to live in Latvia. She characterized the granting of citizenship in such cases as a dangerous practice and pointed out that based on such a principle, any citizen from Russia, Pakistan, or China with a doctoral degree who has lived in Latvia for years could also demand citizenship through the Saeima. Iļjinska called for an explanation of the decision. #pilsonība #Latvija #sabiedrība (translated)

Marats Kasems criticized the Progressive Party's actions regarding the scandal involving former Riga City Council deputy Mārtiņš Eņģelis. He claimed that the party leadership did not immediately go to the police after reports of the sexual exploitation of a minor girl, citing the girl's request to remain silent about the incident. Kasems suggested that the decision may have been influenced by the upcoming elections, which, according to him, were expected in a few days. Kasems pointed out that before the scandal, the party's public stance on Eņģelis was related to workplace burnout. He also accused the public media LSM of allegedly defending the party and presenting sexual offenses as a tool for political struggle. Kasems wrote that he took this case personally, as he had been an orphan since the age of 11 after his mother's death and had sought help from the municipality. He expressed hope that the law enforcement agencies would continue to review the case. #Progresīvie #bārene #LSM #RīgasDome #StambulasKonvencija #Progresīvie #bārene #RīgasDome (translated)

The development of artificial intelligence is creating increasing cybersecurity risks both in Latvia and globally, as criminals automate their attacks and choose easily accessible tools, while society is still unaware of these threats. #kiberdrošība #mākslīgaisinteliģence #riski (translated)

Artūrs Zvejsalnieks wrote that the society should explain for what specific merits citizenship is granted. He also asked what the Brazilian blogger, who, according to Zvejsalnieks, was granted citizenship by the Saeima, has done for the benefit of Latvia. #pilsonība #sabiedrība #varoņdarbi (translated)

The foreign ministers of the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and France have criticized the postponement of Palestinian elections until 2027, stating that it will harm the Palestinian public's trust in democracy and deny the opportunity to choose representatives. #Palestīna #vēlēšanas #demokrātija (translated)

The author of the post wrote that a new information structure has emerged in Latvia for intimidating residents. Referring to media reports, the author indicated that a group called "Black Russians" has taken responsibility for the recent threatening incident at the Latvian border. The author claimed that the emergence of new groups is structuring psychological influence and characterized it as a primitive game called "Gangsters from the GRU." https://t.co/nxfnTbaFdU #Latvija #Drošība #Sabiedrība #LV #RU (translated)

A simulated society created by artificial intelligence in Latvia, which is being used for the first time in NATO's strategic communication exercises SYNESIS 2026, helps NATO countries learn to combat hybrid threats, including cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns. #NATO #hibrīddraudi #mākslīgaisintelekts (translated)

Eriks Stendzenieks wrote that Leitāni, Neimanes, and LSM acted contrary to the fundamental principles of journalism, turned against the whistleblower and those who publicized the scandal, as well as justified and covered up individuals associated with the concealment of sexual crimes. He characterized this behavior as particularly harmful to journalism and pointed out that it is especially catastrophic that LSM is a publicly funded media outlet. #žurnālistika #sabiedriskajiemediem #medijuētika (translated)

Jānis Dombrava wrote that the changes in the interior ministry may not be comfortable or acceptable for everyone, but in his view they were necessary for the improvement of the efficiency of the services and the organization of work, as well as for the safety of Latvian citizens. He pointed out that he had directly listened to the officials of various ranks and positions from the State Police, the State Border Guard, the Fire and Rescue Service, and other interior services to identify their daily problems and necessary improvements. Dombrava stated that he wants to ensure that the services are loyal to Latvia, professional, and work in the interests of public safety, and that he will continue this work regardless of resistance. #Latvija #Drošība #Iekšlietas (translated)

Juris Liepnieks wrote that violence thrives in silence, especially when officials are involved. He claimed that a media outlet funded by public money has categorically condemned the publication of the name of the perpetrator of the sexual exploitation of a minor orphan and the very fact itself. #vardarbība #sabiedrība #mediji (translated)