This time, the Red Army would face a strong resistance when attacking Estonia
Kadri Paas reflects on the historical missteps and naiveté surrounding Estonia's defense against possible Soviet aggression in her commentary regarding the Estonian national holiday.
Lithuanian court imposes hefty fine on a woman who denied Soviet crimes
A Lithuanian court has fined pro-Russian activist Erika Švenčionienė €3,750 for denying the crimes committed by the Soviet Union.
DN Debate. "It's Time to Tell the Truth, Ingvar Carlsson!"
This opinion piece urges former Swedish Prime Minister Ingvar Carlsson to disclose what he knows about a Soviet diplomat and KGB spy related to the assassination of Olof Palme.
The Flying Objects of Aliens Turned Out to Be a Secret Soviet Weapon
The article discusses a 1967 incident in the Soviet Union where what many believed to be UFOs were in fact secret military vehicles.
VIDEO: Explosion likely caused by gas leak near the Soviet army soldier memorial in Daugavpils
An explosion occurred near the Soviet army soldier memorial in Daugavpils, Latvia, likely due to a gas leak, according to local municipal police.
A grenade found in a bakery basement in Marijampolė
A grenade resembling an ARG-42 was discovered in the basement of a bakery in Marijampolė, prompting a response from special services and bomb disposal teams.
Experts find possible trace of an ancient Soviet probe on the Moon
Experts have potentially discovered remnants of the Luna 9, the first man-made object to achieve a soft landing on the Moon, which provided crucial images of the lunar surface in 1966.
The court will announce a verdict for Erika Švenčionienė for denying Soviet crimes
Erika Švenčionienė faces sentencing for comments made about the Medininkai massacre, with prosecutors proposing various restrictions and penalties.
Stalin gifted it to Argentina, and today it is a gem from another time: this is the Dacha, the country house in Moscow
The Dacha in Moscow, gifted by Stalin to Argentina, serves as a historical residence and a symbol of diplomatic ties established between Argentina and the Soviet Union post-World War II.
Expert: Putin is a prisoner of his war
Finnish expert Risto E. J. Penttilä argues that Putin's invasion of Ukraine is not only a major strategic blunder but also a reflection of his desire to rectify what he views as the greatest geopolitical mistake of the 20th century—the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
Explosion at the Dubrovina Park Memorial in Daugavpils during Technical Work
An explosion possibly caused by a gas leak occurred at the Soviet soldiers' memorial in Dubrovina Park, Daugavpils, resulting in one person injured.
This day in history. Khrushchev's report on Stalin irreversibly changes the Soviet regime
The article discusses the pivotal moment during the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union in 1956 when Nikita Khrushchev denounced Stalin's regime, marking a significant shift in Soviet policy and society.
The Kremlin is dismantling the awarded Gulag History Museum. Meanwhile, the FSB can open prisons that evoke it
The Kremlin has permanently shut down the Gulag History Museum, previously honored as Europe's best museum, and replaced it with a propaganda exhibit about the 'genocide of the Soviet people' by Nazi forces.
I am hot! Oxygen, oxygen... Did two Italians once listen on the radio to a Soviet woman dying in space?
The article recounts a chilling story about two Italian brothers in the 1960s who may have recorded transmissions of a Soviet woman dying in space.
Russian chess loses the ancient Soviet hegemony: "Then it was an ideological tool"
Garry Kasparov discusses the historical significance of chess in the Soviet Union as a reflection of ideological superiority and a means for talented children to find opportunities.
Theodoros Kanonidis: From Sochumi to REX in 1963 and the KTHBE in 2002
The article discusses the life and contributions of Theodoros Kanonidis, a notable figure in the Pontic Greek community, highlighting his impact on theater within the Soviet Union and Greece.
Machine Guns Took Center Stage as Finland Surprised Stalin in December 1939
The Finnish defense during the early stages of the Winter War was characterized by the unexpected success against Soviet forces, primarily due to the effective use of machine guns.
The Baghdad Pact and the CENTO Organization: A Story of Cooperation Against the Soviet Tide
The Baghdad Pact, formed in 1955, was a defensive alliance aimed at countering Soviet influence in the Middle East, involving Iraq, Turkey, the UK, Pakistan, and Iran, before its eventual decline and dissolution.
The Good and Bad Soviet Era Artists? Art Scholar Elita Ansone on Evaluating Our Heritage
Art scholar Elita Ansone discusses the evaluation of Latvian art from the Soviet era and the ongoing need for a reappraisal of 20th-century art.
Good and bad Soviet-era artists? Art scientist Elita Ansone on evaluating our heritage
Art scientist Elita Ansone discusses the complexities of evaluating Soviet-era art in Latvia, emphasizing the necessity of revisiting 20th-century artistic legacies.
A man arrested for demonstrating Soviet symbolism during Maslenitsa celebrations in Liepaja
A man was arrested in Liepaja, Latvia for displaying Soviet symbols during the Maslenitsa celebrations.
Four Years of the Ukraine War: 'We survived the Soviet era, and we will survive this too'
The article reflects on the ongoing impact of the Ukraine war, highlighting the resilience of Ukrainian citizens despite the exhaustion and challenges they face.
Rinkēvičs supports the rehabilitation of people unjustly placed in psychiatric institutions due to Soviet repression
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs is advocating for a political declaration to rehabilitate individuals unjustly placed in psychiatric institutions as a result of Soviet repression.
My found the lost Soviet lunar spacecraft – and even in two places
Scientists possibly located the long-missing Soviet lunar lander, Luna 9, but disagree on its exact location.
Calenda and the irony on Salvini: "Even the Soviet train to Kiev is on time, ask yourself some questions"
Carlo Calenda, leader of the Action party, humorously critiques Italian Minister Matteo Salvini about train punctuality while traveling to Ukraine for the anniversary of the Russian invasion.
It Eats a Lot and Makes Noise When Starting. Nonetheless, the Gorilla from Škoda Plzeň Made History
Škoda Plzeň has built a significant locomotive, referred to as the 'Gorilla', that can operate under both direct and alternating current systems, marking a notable achievement in Czech railway history.
While Attention is Taken by the Invasion of Ukraine, Russia's Authority has Declined in the Former Soviet Territory
The article discusses Russia's sustained military capacity in Ukraine amidst severe sanctions, alongside the declining influence of Russia in the former Soviet regions, particularly highlighted by Armenia's historical context.
The Miracle on Ice, when an unheralded USA team knocked off the mighty USSR
A recount of the historic 1980 Olympic ice hockey match where the US team defeated the Soviet Union, symbolizing a moment of national pride and joy for America.
Lost Soviet lunar probe may have been found
Two research teams claim to have located the remains of the Luna 9, the first Soviet spacecraft to safely land on the Moon, though they disagree on the exact location.
Rytis Zemkauskas left the Lithuanian Journalists' Union
Journalist Rytis Zemkauskas announced his departure from the Lithuanian Journalists' Union, expressing disappointment over the organization's failure to reform since its Soviet-era roots.
Jan Timman, the Western Titan Who Challenged Soviet Dominance in Chess, Has Died
Jan Timman, a notable Dutch chess player and theorist, has passed away, remembered for his significant contributions to the chess community during the time of Soviet dominance.
The history of the Ukmergė organization "Lietuvos patriotas": how the youth opposed Sovietization
The article explores the history of the 'Lietuvos patriotas' organization and its role in opposing Soviet repression in Lithuania.
"Letters Woven in Purple" – Letters of Parental Love Will Resound in Sandija Santa's Performance
Sandija Santa's performance features letters written by parents during Soviet military service, reflecting the emotional struggles and realities of that era.
Sex, drugs, and politics. Finally a normal scandal in Hungary!
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar claims he was the victim of a Soviet-style operation following the release of a video fragment showing substances resembling drugs.
The Moscow Gulag Museum will be transformed into a museum dedicated to Nazi crimes
The Moscow Gulag Museum will be repurposed to focus on Nazi crimes during World War II, commemorating victims of genocides committed by both Nazi Germany and the Soviet regime.
Russia transforms the Gulag History Museum into a museum for the atrocities committed by the Nazis
Russia is converting the Gulag History Museum into a memorial dedicated to the Nazi crimes committed in the Soviet Union during World War II.
HISTORY ⟩ The blue-black-white flag flew in Kohtla-Järve on the Republic's anniversary in 1961
The article recounts an event in 1961 where a young man paraded with the blue-black-white flag in Kohtla-Järve on the anniversary of Estonia's Republic.
Gulag Museum in Moscow to be transformed into museum dedicated to Nazi crimes
The Gulag History Museum in Moscow will be renovated to focus on the victims of Soviet genocide and the various stages of Nazi war crimes.
‘Soviet Genocide’ Museum to Replace Shuttered Gulag History Museum in Moscow
A new Museum of Memory dedicated to the genocide of the Soviet people and Nazi war crimes will take the place of the Gulag History Museum in Moscow.
TESTS: What do you know about Marģeris Zariņš, his musical and literary works?
The article explores the life and contributions of composer and writer Marģeris Zariņš, emphasizing his unique style of polystylism and his significant body of work in various genres during and after Soviet times.
An American Writer: The Story of Trump's Peace Council and the Experience of Soviet Propaganda
An American writer critiques Trump's Peace Council, likening it to Soviet propaganda techniques in a New York Times article.
Another Soviet escalator disappears from the Prague metro. Workers are now gradually removing it at Flora
Workers are progressively removing another Soviet-era escalator from the Prague metro at the Flora station.
40 Years of Mir: The Soviet 'Commune' of Space
The article discusses the launch of the Soviet space station Mir in February 1986, during a politically divided period between the US and the USSR.
Ungrateful Pig, They Shout at Him in Russia. Famous Goalie Plans to Return Soviet Medals
Former Latvian hockey goaltender Arturs Irbe is embroiled in a controversy with Russian legends over his comments about the Soviet Union and his intention to return medals won with them.
Fugitives, Dissidents, and Saints Against the Inhumane Regime
The article reflects on the life and funeral of Russian poet Anna Akhmatova, emphasizing the state's mistreatment of her legacy despite her significant literary contributions.
Arvydas Pocius. Hostile intelligence operations are taking place in Lithuania – and we know how
The article discusses ongoing hostile intelligence activities in Lithuania by Russian military intelligence, particularly focusing on individuals with Soviet military backgrounds who may serve Russian interests.
The Journey from Which There Was No Return: The True Fate of the Dog Laika
The article reveals the harsh reality behind Laika, the first living creature in orbit, whose story was long overshadowed by Soviet propaganda that claimed she died a painless death after a week in space.
Book: Yle's correspondent Erkka Mikkonen's partner was denied access to their shared home in Russia – "That didn't work either"
The article discusses Erkka Mikkonen's new book on living as a homosexual in Putin's Russia, highlighting pervasive homophobia and the structural violence faced by LGBTQ+ individuals.
Do you know how churches and congregations survived the Soviet years?
The article discusses the survival of Lutheran churches and congregations in Latvia during the Soviet era, as explored in upcoming exhibitions.
Eric Soovere 110: a man with a memory and a camera
This article commemorates the 110th anniversary of legendary Estonian photo-documentalist Eric Soovere, who documented the journey of Estonians fleeing from Soviet forces during World War II.