Edgars Rinkēvičs

Latvia could host nuclear weapons if NATO collectively approves deployment

Latvia could host nuclear weapons on its territory if the need arises and NATO collectively approves the move, though no specific talks on such a deployment are underway, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs said in remarks reported by Delfi on Oct. 1.

1 October, 11:22 AM

Latvian president: Most NATO countries could not repel Russian missile attack

Most NATO countries would be unable to repel a Russian missile attack if the conflict expands, while Europe is also failing to keep pace with advances in drone technology and air warfare in Ukraine, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs said in an interview with The Guardian.

19 September, 06:50 PM

EU leaders not ready to set date for Ukraine’s accession, Latvia’s president says

EU leaders are not prepared to set a specific date for Ukraine’s accession to the bloc, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs said at the Munich Security Conference, Suspilne reported.

15 February, 06:27 PM

Trump and Nawrocki top Ukrainians’ trust antiranking

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer topped Ukrainians’ trust rankings of world leaders in 2025, while the presidents of the United States and Poland saw record declines in trust, according to a public opinion survey titled “Foreign Policy and Security” on Dec. 15.

15 December 2025, 06:55 PM

Latvian parliament backs withdrawal from Istanbul Convention after 12-hour debate

Latvia’s parliament has voted to support the country’s withdrawal from the Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence — known as the Istanbul Convention — following prolonged and heated debate, Delfi reported on Oct. 30.

31 October 2025, 12:48 PM

Latvian President calls for firm boundaries with Russia

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs urged Western nations to overcome their reluctance in establishing and adhering to clear boundaries with Russia in his post on X on March 15.

15 March 2024, 06:32 PM

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