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Latvia's Ex-PM Urges Europe to Strengthen Defense Against Russia

2/21/2025

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Latvia's ex-Prime Minister Krisjanis Karins raised alarms over the Trump administration's changing approach to Russia, urging Europe to bolster defense budgets. He stressed that Latvia's safety hinges on collective action against the looming threats from Russia and China, underscoring the necessity of unity to safeguard freedom and independence.

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Latvia's ex-Prime Minister Krisjanis Karins raised alarms over the Trump administration's changing approach to Russia, urging Europe to bolster defense budgets. He stressed that Latvia's safety hinges on collective action against the looming threats from Russia and China, underscoring the necessity of unity to safeguard freedom and independence.