Witkoff and Kushner are taking Trump’s Ukraine peace initiative from Moscow to Kyiv after talks the White House said covered concrete next steps.
Latvia says a suspect in the Leipzig airport sabotage case had lived in Russia, as the investigation deepens scrutiny of aviation, logistics and security.
Russian intelligence is reportedly recruiting criminal groups to sabotage European defense firms, testing NATO’s readiness without triggering collective defense measures.
Finland summoned the Russian ambassador after a Russian Il-20 reconnaissance plane briefly entered its airspace, highlighting rising regional security challenges.
Latvia publicly lists 170 companies still trading with Russia and Belarus, spotlighting corporate strategies amid war and sanctions.
Lithuania warns Russia may deploy captured Ukrainian drones to target Baltic critical infrastructure, prompting increased regional defense measures and NATO involvement.
Former Ukrainian military chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi says NATO membership is unlikely due to doctrinal and capability gaps, advocating for Ukraine to join emerging defense alliances like the Joint Expeditionary Force.
The EU has summoned Russia's envoy over missile strikes in Ukraine, including attacks on a weapons site and Latvian consulate, promising expanded sanctions on Russia's military-industrial complex.
June 2026 marks the deadliest month for civilians in Ukraine since the Russian invasion, with escalating casualties signaling deepening humanitarian and strategic challenges.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs calls on NATO to prepare for potential escalation with Russia, highlighting the need for enhanced military capabilities and stronger transatlantic defense cooperation.
Lithuania, Poland, and France are conducting joint military exercises near the Suwalki Corridor to fortify NATO’s eastern defenses amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
Twenty-two countries, including the US and European states, publicly condemned Iran for orchestrating attacks targeting dissidents and Jewish communities on their soil.
NATO confirms continued US missile deliveries to Ukraine under PURL, highlighting sustained Western support amid evolving European defense dynamics and addressing Russian claims.
Latvia's governing coalition collapses after Defense Minister Spruds resigns following drone incursions, triggering political instability ahead of parliamentary elections.
Latvia's Defense Minister resigns after Ukrainian drones crossed into Latvian airspace, prompting political fallout and raising regional security concerns.
Lithuania and Latvia have once again denied Slovak PM Robert Fico overflight rights en route to Moscow for May 9 celebrations, illustrating EU divisions over Russia engagement.