NATO, Latvia and Sweden

Terrific Show of Force: Sweden Deploys to Latvia, Strengthening NATO’s Eastern Flank
For the first time since officially becoming a NATO member in March 2024, Sweden has taken a major step in its international military role. On January 18, 2025, Sweden deployed a mechanized battalion to Latvia,
Hundreds of Swedish forces arrive in Latvia in largest deployment with NATO to date
Hundreds of Swedish troops have arrived in Latvia to join a Canadian-led multinational brigade along NATO’s eastern flank.
Latvia: Sweden joins NATO's Multinational Brigade in Latvia
Sweden is joining NATO's Multinational Brigade Latvia on a long-term basis with a mechanized infantry battalion of up to 600 soldiers. The commander of the Multinational Brigade Latvia, Colonel Cedric Aspirault,
Hundreds of Swedish troops arrive in Latvia for NATO mission
Sweden’s armed forces said the mission of 550 troops will contribute to the alliance’s deterrence and defense efforts, and ensure stability in the region, and that it “marks Sweden’s largest commitment yet since joining NATO.
Hundreds of Swedish forces arrive in Latvia to join Canadian-led NATO brigade
Hundreds of Swedish troops arrived in Latvia on Saturday to join a Canadian-led multinational brigade along NATO’s eastern flank, a mission Sweden is calling its most significant operation so far as a member of the Western defense alliance.
Swedish troops boost NATO presence in Latvia amidst tensions
Swedish soldiers arrived in Riga to support the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command. This marks a historic contribution to regional security. About 550 soldiers from the Swedish military contingent arrived in Latvia on Saturday to reinforce the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command.
Swedish troops bolster NATO brigade under Canadian command in Riga
About 550 Swedish soldiers have arrived in Riga to support the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command. This marks a significant step for regional security. Approximately 550 soldiers from the Swedish military contingent arrived in Latvia on Saturday to reinforce the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command.
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More than 1,600 people have returned to Riga and the Riga area as part of the Re-migration Coordinator Program
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Airport In Focus: RIX Riga Airport
RIX Riga Airport (formerly Riga International Airport) serves the largest and capital city of Latvia, Riga. Riga International is the largest airport in the Baltic States.
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Latvia claims to have displayed the world's first Christmas tree in 1510 adorned with artificial roses
Several sources, including the National Christmas Tree Association, note that the first written record of a decorated Christmas tree was from Riga, Latvia. Men of the Brotherhood of the Blackheads ...
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Anti-war Russian theatre in Latvia fights language ban
In Riga Russian Theatre's rehearsal room, actors gather for a table-read of the season's big premiere, "Lady Macbeth" -- but ...
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Latvia joins Baltic concerns over US decision to restrict AI chip exports
As reported, top Lithuanian and Estonian officials have expressed exasperation over the U.S. decision to toughen AI chip export rules, allowing to only export AI chips to 18 closes U.S. allies, which ...
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Latvia expresses concern over U.S. AI export controls
RIGA, Jan. 18 (Xinhua) -- The Latvian Foreign Ministry released Friday a joint statement on behalf of Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania, voicing concern over the U.S. decision on AI export controls.
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Zemgus Girgensons celebrates Latvia’s historic World Juniors run
Girgensons, 30, was born in Riga, Latvia. “I was doing some other errands, but I watched,” Girgensons said of the win over Canada. “It was huge for Latvia to get that. Good on the guys for ...
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Investments in defense and industrial development must be increased further - president
RIGA - Investments in defense and industrial development should be increased further, stressed Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics, who met with Commander of the National Armed Forces (NBS) Leonids ...