war | Report: First Ukrainian tank crosses Dnipro
Day 623: Latvia reports an air incident. EU entry is gaining momentum. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance Ukraine: First armored vehicle crosses Dnipro 4.30 a.m.: Ukraine appears to be continuing to make progress in expanding its bridgeheads on the left bank of the Dnipro River. After several […]
war | Latvia: Russia invaded airspace
Day 622: The planned presidential election in Ukraine is to be cancelled. Russia apparently wants to retake Robotyne, but so far without success. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance Latvia: Russia invaded airspace 11:15 p.m.: Latvia has accused Russia of illegally entering its airspace with an aircraft. The […]
Partner | Lindner in the Baltics: Prioritize defense
Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner (FDP) wants to focus on defense spending when it comes to government spending. Germany stands by NATO’s goal of two percent of economic output, said Lindner in Riga at a meeting with his Latvian counterpart Arvils Aseradens. Both also assured that they wanted to continue supporting Ukraine against the Russian […]
war | Ukraine: Fierce fighting for Avdiivka
News blog about the Ukraine war Russians advance – Ukraine reports heavy fighting From dpa, t-online, Reuters, afp Updated on October 13, 2023 – 4:29 a.m. Reading time: 20 min. Near Avdiivka: The Russian advance stalls. (Source: t-online) Day 597: President Zelensky wants to digitize arms deliveries to the military. Latvia will close two border […]
Pistorius admits to poor planning of the Bundeswehr’s radio equipment
The Ministry of Defense has ordered new digital radios. But they cannot be installed. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius admits mistakes. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD) has commented on reports that his ministry has ordered thousands of digital radios that are not suitable for the vehicles, tanks and off-road vehicles in which they are to be […]
Germany should assume a “leading military role” on NATO’s eastern flank
Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has promised further military support to the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has assured the Baltic states of Germany’s solidarity and support against the backdrop of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine. “We are at your side. Germany is ready to take on a […]
Russian drones entered Danube estuary
News blog about the Ukraine war Ukraine: Russian drones entered Danube estuary From dpa, afp, rtr, t-online Updated on 08/16/2023 – 05:05 Reading time: 20 min. Fight against Russian tactics: With this idea, Ukraine wants to eliminate a deadly threat. (Source: t-online) Day 539 Finland provides update on Russian troop movements. Meanwhile, Ukraine is reporting […]
