Latvia’s Border Under Hybrid Pressure: PM Andris Kulbergs says Russia and Belarus are stepping up hybrid war on Latvia as Putin tries to divert attention from losses in Ukraine, with Belarus using migrants to test the EU’s eastern flank. Rīga Allegation Walks Back: Latvia’s State Police says an alleged sexual assault in central Rīga shared online did not occur, after an investigation into the June claim. Energy Security Cooperation: Baltic electricity distribution operators are expanding cross-border crisis cooperation to speed up restoration after storms and other emergencies, including joint training in Latvia. EU Climate Funding: The European Commission has endorsed Latvia’s €617m Social Climate Plan (2026–2032) to support cleaner buildings, sustainable transport and help vulnerable households. Maritime Tech for the Baltics: Airbus’s U030 Flexrotor has begun maritime surveillance operations in the Baltic for EMSA, covering Estonia, Latvia and Finland. Tourism Spotlight: Latvia has been nominated for major international tourism awards in the UK and Finland. EU Merger Watch: The European Commission conditionally clears Paramount/WBD’s merger under EU rules. Weather: Mostly cloudy with rain and fog at times across Latvia, with temperatures around +15 to +19°C.