Minister Urges Support for Ukraine: We Must Provide Military and Economic Aid

Minister Urges Support for Ukraine: We Must Provide Military and Economic Aid

“I’m not worried about the strength and unity, consensus and courage of the Ukrainian people. I’m worried that we won’t do what we need to do,” the minister said at the Espen security forum in the US capital. “We have to make sure that we provide them with weapons, economic support, moral support, diplomatic support, … Read more

Iran-backed Houthi Attacks and Tensions with Israel: US Warship Involvement

Iran-backed Houthi Attacks and Tensions with Israel: US Warship Involvement

The Iran-backed Houthis control much of Yemen and are part of the “axis of resistance” against Israel. Since the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group “Hamas” began on October 7, the Houthis have launched several drones and missiles towards Israel, increasing tension in the region. “These attacks pose a direct threat to international … Read more

US Warns Chinese Companies Against Supporting Russian Military Efforts

US Warns Chinese Companies Against Supporting Russian Military Efforts

According to Yelena, this issue was raised during a two-day meeting with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. The minister expressed his concern that the military equipment, avoiding sanctions, goes to Russia. “I emphasized that companies should not provide material support to the Russian defense industry and that they face significant consequences if they do so,” … Read more

Ram Dass: The Spiritual Teacher and Social Activist of the 20th Century

Ram Dass: The Spiritual Teacher and Social Activist of the 20th Century

Such is the spiritual teacher and social activist Rāmdas, who occupies an important place among those personalities of the 20th century who have helped millions of people to think about the meaning of life. Apgād “Lietusdārzs” published Rāmdas’s book “Still here” (Still Here). Latvian readers are already well-known for his book “Open in love” about … Read more

Bankman-Fried Convicted: Faces Up to 110 Years in Prison for $8 Billion Cryptocurrency Scandal

Bankman-Fried Convicted: Faces Up to 110 Years in Prison for  Billion Cryptocurrency Scandal

The court ruled after a five-week trial, and Bankman-Fried now faces up to 110 years behind bars. Judgment will be announced at a later date. In a federal lawsuit, some of his closest associates testified that he was primarily responsible for all the decisions that led to the disappearance of eight billion dollars from the … Read more

The Kremlin’s Stance on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Role of Putin and Alliance with Hamas

The Kremlin’s Stance on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Role of Putin and Alliance with Hamas

At the same time, he supports the creation of a Palestinian state, defends Israel’s right to defend itself, blames the entire United States and, at the same time, calls for a fight against colonialism. The online magazine “Klik” tried to find out how the Kremlin behaves in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and what it wants to … Read more

Geopolitical Turbulence and the Role of Germany, France, and Great Britain: A Reflection on Baltic States’ Voice in the EU and NATO

Geopolitical Turbulence and the Role of Germany, France, and Great Britain: A Reflection on Baltic States’ Voice in the EU and NATO

I interviewed you in these same rooms exactly two years ago. At that time, you invited us, the Baltic states, to stand up for ourselves more loudly in the European Union and NATO, to make them hear us. It has now been more than a year and a half since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. … Read more

Rattlesnake Bite at Zoo: Employee Hospitalized in Stable Condition, No Guests Harmed

Rattlesnake Bite at Zoo: Employee Hospitalized in Stable Condition, No Guests Harmed

A rattlesnake bit a zoo employee around 4 p.m. The unnamed employee, who works at the reptile house, was taken to hospital in stable condition. She didn’t need antivenom because the bite wasn’t that serious. No zoo guests were harmed either. The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is the largest snake of its species in the world. … Read more

Draft Resolution: Protection of Civilians, Aid Supply, Israel’s Right to Self-defense, Iran’s Weapons Supply, Hostage Release

Draft Resolution: Protection of Civilians, Aid Supply, Israel’s Right to Self-defense, Iran’s Weapons Supply, Hostage Release

The draft resolution calls for the protection of civilians, as well as for a “permanent, sufficient and uninterrupted” supply of aid to the Gaza Strip. In addition, the document emphasizes Israel’s right to self-defense, as well as the need for “states” to respect international law when responding to “terrorist attacks.” The draft resolution also demands … Read more