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Latvian ex-president Raimonds Vejonis, who has repeatedly communicated with Pope Francis, believes that his team is influencing his ambivalent position regarding the Russian-Ukrainian war. The team includes Catholics from all over the world with their specific attitudes towards Russia and Ukraine.

In 2024, Russian military aircraft were recorded over the Baltic Sea near the external border of Latvian territorial waters 109 times.

Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and his Latvian counterpart Andris Spruds have discussed ways to enhance the partnership and strengthen a Drone Capability Coalition.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his Latvian counterpart Edgars Rinkevics have discussed the consolidation of international support for the Peace Summit.

Ukraine’s energy sector has received humanitarian aid from the Latvian donor, Latvenergo, totaling more than 325 tonnes in weight. The shipment includes a 250 MVA transformer and 60 tonnes of transformer oil.

Ukraine is counting on the support from Latvian businesses in the reconstruction of the country and suggests that the national Export Credit Agency consider the possibility of financing not only trade contracts but also investment deals.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a phone call with his Latvian counterpart Egils Levits.