Nigeria: Terrorists Abduct Nine Worshippers in Kwara Church, Three Rescued
Nine worshippers were abducted by suspected terrorists during a church service in Kwara State, Nigeria, while security forces managed to rescue three victims shortly after the abduction.
Bandits invade Kwara church, abduct worshippers
Bandits attacked an ECWA Church in Kwara State, Nigeria, during a service, abducting several worshippers and prompting a security response that rescued three individuals.
Documents and data carriers from Belgium received in the Ždanoka case by the VDD
The State Security Service (VDD) of Latvia has received documents and data carriers from the Belgian police related to former MEP Tatjana Ždanoka's residence in Brussels, following a court ruling rejecting her appeal.
Riga's Deputy Mayor Ratnieks comments on the viral video of migrants praying en masse on the sidewalk
Riga's Deputy Mayor Edvards Ratnieks has reached out to the State Security Service regarding a video of migrants praying on a sidewalk, emphasizing the need for immediate action on immigration policy.
Belarus does not relent with migrants. It trains them in special training camps
The head of Latvia's State Security Service warns about Belarus's ongoing migrant training efforts amid a perceived lull in border activity.
VDD Proposes Criminal Proceedings Against Two Individuals for Arson in the Interests of Russia
The State Security Service of Latvia proposes criminal prosecution against two individuals for malicious arson of railway infrastructure in favor of Russian interests.
Mali: Ousmane Diallo, a rights activist for the Peul, has been detained for two years by State Security
Ousmane Diallo, a Peul rights activist, has been secretly detained for two years by Mali's State Security service under unlawful conditions.
Did Iran plan a terrorist attack in Azerbaijan? 'C-4 found'
Azerbaijan's State Security Service has thwarted plans for a terrorist attack allegedly organized by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, uncovering intended targets including the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan oil pipeline and potential assaults on Jewish sites.
Service: The Lithuanian Orthodox Diocese Remains Dependent on the Moscow Patriarchate
The Lithuanian State Security Department reports that the Orthodox Church is significantly involved in promoting Russian ideological narratives.
VDD: Man in Cēsis District Falsified Voter Choice
The State Security Service of Latvia has recommended criminal prosecution against a citizen for illegally influencing multiple voters in last year's municipal elections in Cēsis district.
Alarm for the Greek Police and EYP due to Iran - Ongoing meetings, increased patrols
The escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly due to the war in Iran, have prompted Greek authorities to activate a state of high alert, involving the Greek Police and the National Intelligence Service in comprehensive security measures.
Police urge Ondo churches, mosques to suspend night services
The Nigeria Police Force has advised religious leaders in Ondo State to suspend night services amid security threats following a recent kidnapping incident during a church service.
The State Security Service initiates criminal prosecution for glorifying Russia's war crimes and inciting hatred
The Latvian State Security Service has proposed criminal charges against an individual for publicly glorifying Russian war crimes and inciting national and ethnic hatred.
Russian historian, North Korea specialist Lankov included in Latvia's "black list" at the request of security service
Latvia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has added historian Aleksei Lankov to its list of undesirable persons based on recommendations from the State Security Service due to concerns over national security.
Lankov Included in Latvia's Blacklist at the Request of the VDD
Russian historian and North Korea specialist Andrei Lankov has been placed on Latvia's blacklist of undesirable persons following an initiative from the State Security Service (VDD).
Two municipalities have not submitted applications for security clearance for executives
Two municipalities in Latvia failed to submit applications for security clearances for their executive directors, according to the State Security Service (VDD).
Two municipalities have not submitted applications for state secret clearance for executive directors
Two local governments in Latvia did not apply for state secret clearance for their executive directors amid ongoing evaluations by the State Security Service.
When Trump speaks to Congress, one cabinet member is in a secret location – a grim reason behind it
During President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, one cabinet member, known as the designated survivor, was located in a secret area monitored by the Secret Service as a precaution against possible catastrophes.
Several institutions have requested exception to allow citizens of aggressor states to access critical infrastructure
The State Security Service of Latvia has received requests from several institutions to allow citizens of Russia and Belarus access to critical infrastructure under exceptional circumstances, although no such permissions have been granted thus far.
The FSB Security Service Considers Telegram a Threat to State Security
The FSB claims that Telegram poses a threat to national security.
Political scientist: The security service should explain why state secret clearance was not issued to an official
Political scientist Rozenvalds argues that the Security Service should clarify why state secret clearance was denied to dismissed Rēzekne Mayor Aleksandrs Bartaševičs, warning about the alarming trends in secrecy and public perception.
Local Governments Must Consider Positions of Officials Who Have Not Received Security Clearance, Says VDD
In the current geopolitical climate, local governments in Latvia are urged to carefully assess the future positions of officials who have not received security clearance, according to the State Security Service (VDD).
Ukrainian state postal service suspends operations in Orikhiv in Zaporizhzhia Oblast
Ukrainian postal service Ukrposhta has suspended its operations in Orikhiv and Preobrazhenka due to worsening security conditions.
Recipients of temporary residence permits tend to hide Russian dual citizenship
The Latvian State Security Service has observed that recipients of temporary residence permits often conceal their Russian dual citizenship.
The Convicted Prince and the Russian Echo: What Brought the 'Kremlin Wizard' to Latvia?
The Latvian government and State Security Service have criticized the film 'Kremlin Wizard' for indirectly supporting Russian propaganda, especially following its association with a convicted tax criminal.
VDD warns about China's intentions, but several deputies participate in New Year celebrations organized by Beijing
The State Security Service of Latvia has raised concerns about China's efforts to build a positive image in the country, while local deputies attended Chinese New Year celebrations in Riga.
VDD: Russian 'nationalist' environment still shows hopes for Russia's success in Ukraine
The Latvian State Security Service (VDD) reports that the Russian nationalist community in Latvia remains fragmented and struggling to organize significant activities in support of Russia amid ongoing expectations of Russian success in Ukraine.
Criminal prosecution initiated against a Latvian resident for violating EU sanctions
The Latvian State Security Service has initiated criminal proceedings against a resident for providing unauthorized programming services to a company in Russia, violating EU sanctions.
VSAT: No undocumented migrants recorded for 22 days, a conditional peace period has arrived
The Lithuanian State Border Guard Service reports that there has been a notable absence of undocumented migrants crossing the border for 22 days due to severe weather conditions and a lack of organized migration activities from Belarus.
Rosļikovs Finds Suspicious Items in His Car; State Police and State Security Service Called
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.
Intelligence: Russia is using underworld contacts in Latvia for sabotage
Russia is desperately seeking and recruiting criminally connected individuals in Latvia to carry out acts of sabotage against military and critical infrastructure targets, according to a statement from the head of Latvia's State Security Service.
Russia recruits criminals for sabotage operations in Latvia – Latvian security chief
The Latvian State Security Service has disclosed that Russia is recruiting criminals for sabotage operations targeting the country's military and critical infrastructure.
Sanction violators continue to develop new evasion schemes, states VDD
The Latvian State Security Service (VDD) reports an ongoing development of complex evasion schemes by sanction violators, anticipating significant risks in cross-border transactions related to sanctioned goods by 2025.
This Day in History. The German Democratic Republic establishes the State Security Service after the example of the KGB
On October 8, 1949, the Socialist Unity Party declared the establishment of the German Democratic Republic, laying the groundwork for a totalitarian regime and the creation of the Stasi, or Ministry for State Security.
Access to State Secrets: What Risks Are Evaluated by the Security Service?
The Latvian State Security Service evaluates various risk factors, including travel to aggressor countries and the spread of propaganda, when granting access to state secrets.
Terror attacks may increasingly use drones, says security service
The Latvian State Security Service warns that drones might be more frequently employed in terrorist attacks in Europe, following 16 such incidents last year, predominantly carried out by individuals influenced by Islamist propaganda.
Where in Latvia are the authors of pro-Russian comments most concentrated? VDD publishes a map
The Latvian State Security Service (VDD) has published a report detailing the locations of aggressive and pro-Russian comment authors in Latvia for 2025, identifying a typical commenter profile.
Preparing for the fight against drones, KAM and VRM plan to acquire necessary equipment centrally
Ministers discussed the integration of the State Border Guard Service and the Public Security Service into the armed forces, as well as EU funding opportunities for these purposes.
VSAT: migrants at the Belarusian border have not been turned back for 14 days
For 14 days, migrants at the Belarusian border have not been turned back due to severe cold weather and decreased pressure from Belarus on Lithuania, as reported by the State Border Guard Service (VSAT).
Truksnis and Bartaševics are the only mayors currently denied access to state secrets
Currently, Rēzekne's mayor Aleksandrs Bartaševičs and former Jūrmala mayor Gatis Truksnis are the only municipal leaders denied access to state secrets, as confirmed by the State Security Service (VDD).
VDD: There is a portion of the population in Latvia that continues to support Russia, either secretly or openly
The State Security Service (VDD) predicts that if Russia succeeds in international politics, the scale of support for Russia in Latvia will increase, alongside manifestations of aggression.
VDD has announced seven Latvian nationals who are fighting on the side of Russia
The Latvian State Security Service (VDD) has identified seven Latvian nationals who are reportedly fighting for Russia against Ukraine, in light of ongoing threats to national security from Russian intelligence services.
USA: The Department of Homeland Security sends hundreds of additional police to Minnesota
The Department of Homeland Security is deploying hundreds of additional police officers to Minnesota to enhance the safety of immigration service employees already in the state.
Cheaper medicines, rules for cash and new state laws: what will change in Australia on 1 January?
Starting January 1, 2026, Australians will see a range of changes including cheaper medicines under the PBS, a Medicare phone service, laws for mandatory cash acceptance, and alterations to social security, childcare settings, and land taxes in Victoria.