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The political party "Latvia's Development" is gearing up to participate in the upcoming Saeima elections this fall, as confirmed during their recent convention.

Latvian parliament committees are addressing diaspora issues, highlighting the need for connections and return initiatives.

Members of several Saeima factions are preparing a decision project requiring MP Jeļena Kļaviņa to take the Latvian language exam.

MP Jeļena Kļaviņa has been penalized due to inadequate knowledge of the Latvian language, raising concerns about her ability to fulfill her parliamentary duties.

Latvian politicians are calling for annual state funding to sustain the public participation platform 'Manabalss.lv', which allows citizens to propose legally viable initiatives.

Latvian film professionals share their insights on the political context of the Berlin International Film Festival and discuss their favorite films from this year's event.

Latvian cinema professionals reflect on the political context and highlights of the Berlinale film festival.

The Latvian Ministry of Finance denies claims made by suspended Rēzekne mayor Alexander Bartaševičs regarding the financial decisions affecting the municipality.

Andrei Lankov, a Russian expert on North Korea, reported being detained and expelled by Latvian authorities during a lecture, after being labeled as persona non grata.

The Latvian Anti-Corruption Bureau (KNAB) found no evidence of hidden political campaigning in the Dailes Theatre's production, despite concerns raised by politician Šlesers.

In solidarity with Ukraine, the Latvian Paralympic Committee has decided to boycott the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics in response to the decision allowing athletes from ten aggressor nations to compete.

The article discusses Deputy Čulkova's allegations regarding Latvian fairy tales originating from Russian fables, highlighting the argument that such stories are rooted in broader folkloric traditions, including those of Aesop.

The Latvian political party 'Stabilitātei' faced a significant split in its parliamentary faction, losing seven of its eleven members, suggesting a potential decrease in representation for Russian parties in future elections.

The article discusses Latvian politicians attending a free Chinese New Year celebration in Riga, raising concerns about their critical thinking and judgment.

The Latvian opposition party proposes to revoke citizenship from ex-politician Mamikins for promoting violence against Baltic states on Russian television.

The faction 'For Stability' in the Latvian parliament has dissolved after another member, Dmitrijs Kovoļenko, left, confirming the faction leader Svetlana Čulkova.

The Latvian Parliament is expected to discuss necessary amendments to the Public Procurement Law reforms next week, with a debate scheduled for February 18th.

An investigation reveals uncertainty regarding the authorship of beneficial contracts for private timber companies, leading to potential political repercussions within the Latvian government.

The Latvian government is facing scrutiny over its support for the timber industry amid calls for potential ministerial resignations.

Latvian deputy Armaņev has been fined €100 for not adhering to conflict of interest regulations.

Latvian sports journalist Caune expresses regret over the disqualification of a Ukrainian skeleton athlete at the Olympics, reflecting on historical precedents and the intersection of politics and sports.

A Latvian discussion featuring various ministers and officials scrutinizes the quality of reports on service checks in the timber industry, alongside the implications for governmental decision-making.

The article discusses the trend of Latvian politicians offering financial incentives to voters ahead of elections and the potential negative impact on the country's financial health.

The Latvian opposition failed for the sixth time to gather enough votes to unseat Prime Minister Evika Silina amid ongoing political tensions and an upcoming election.

The Latvian opposition made a sixth attempt to remove Prime Minister Evika Silina's government, but again failed to gather the necessary votes for a no-confidence motion.

A majority of parliamentarians rejected a vote of no confidence in Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa, resulting in her retaining her position.

Prime Minister Siliņa survived a sixth vote of no confidence in the Latvian parliament, with 39 voting for her dismissal and 48 against, mainly from coalition parties.

The article discusses a recent episode featuring key Latvian government officials discussing the implications of decisions made to support the forestry industry after an official service inspection.

Latvian students possess weak knowledge of elections and politics, prompting plans to train teachers in civic education.

A Latvian politician discovered suspicious devices resembling listening and tracking equipment in his car, prompting a response from the State Police and State Security Service.

Latvian athlete Elīna Ieva Bota won the country's first medal at the Winter Olympics, taking silver in luge, while Rēzekne's mayor has been dismissed from office due to a lack of clearance to handle state secrets.

The 'Stabilitātei!' faction in the Latvian parliament has lost three deputies and is now the smallest faction.

The Latvian Minister has dismissed Rēzekne Mayor Bartaševič from his duties after he failed to obtain a security clearance for classified information.

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa's claim about foreign investment growth for 2025 has been disputed by data from the Investment and Development Agency and the Ministry of Economics.

A recent event at the Latvian National Museum of Art featured lectures and discussions around the themes of conformity and nonconformity in 20th-century Latvian art.

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and other officials are visiting Italy to participate in the opening events of the XXV Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina 2026 as honored guests.

The Latvian Parliament rejected a proposal from the opposition party 'Latvia First' (LPV) to support U.S. President Donald Trump's nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing respect for the U.S.'s role in Latvia's independence and security.

Latvian lawmakers urged the Prime Minister and ministers to actively defend Latvia's interests in negotiations over the EU's multi-year budget for 2028-2034.

In a major parliamentary debate on ETV's 'First Studio', leaders discussed an article from Euronews featuring President Alar Karis and the Latvian Prime Minister advocating for direct talks with Russia.

Latvian officials are taking steps to secure the citizenship of Nikita Oboznyi, who faces potential loss of his citizenship following a report from Latvian Television.

Daugavpils Mayor Andrejs Elksniņš has not disclosed whether he has received security clearance, stating that such decisions are classified information.

The Latvian president asserts that local law enforcement should look into public information related to J. Epstein's cases to determine if any governmental response is warranted, despite some events possibly falling outside the statute of limitations.