Latvia Demands EU Cash for Security | Europe News

Latvia’s Prime Minister is demanding seven billion euros from the EU to offset soaring defense costs and lost trade since Russia invaded Ukraine, arguing Latvia is essentially funding Western security while bearing the economic hit — and it’s time for a direct payout from the bloc’s next budget. With elections looming, political pressure mounts as some lawmakers push for compensation for sanctions support, while others debate whether to soften ties once Ukraine secures reparations. The EU Commission has proposed broader defense funding, but not Latvia’s targeted ask — leaving negotiations tense as the bloc’s next seven-year budget hangs in the balance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2f374e20ddbff769