Latvia issues drone alert
Latvia's armed forces have confirmed the presence of at least one drone in its airspace, amidst ongoing security concerns in the Baltic region. This incident follows a series of drone incursions linked to Ukraine's military operations against Russia. The Latvian government recently resigned over its response to these security challenges, with discussions underway for a new cabinet.
- ▪Latvia's armed forces reported at least one drone in its airspace.
- ▪This incident is part of a series of drone incursions in the Baltic region.
- ▪The Latvian government resigned last week due to its handling of these security issues.
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Latvia issues drone alertSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 21, 2026, 05:09 PMUpdated May 21, 2026, 05:09 PMRIGA, May 21 - Latvia's armed forces said on Thursday that there is at least one drone flying in the country's airspace, the latest in a series of such security incidents in the Baltic region.Ukraine in recent months stepped up its long-range drone attacks on Russia, including by the Baltic Sea, and several Ukrainian military drones have strayed into the airspace of NATO members Finland, Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia."We confirm that there is at least one unmanned aircraft in Latvian airspace," the Latvian Armed Forces wrote on social media X.The Latvian government resigned last week over its handling of the incursions, and talks are ongoing on…
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