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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 14 MIN

"We have to speak from a position of strength" over Ukraine says Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds

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On Europe Today, your daily Euronews podcast, presented by Méabh Mc Mahon, we are joined by Andris Sprūds, Defence Minister from Latvia, who insisted on the collective defence that NATO guarantees. Our correspondent, Shona Murray, brings us the latest over the fresh round of sanctions on Iran that the EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas finalised. Our EU editor, Maria Tadeo, gives us all the details over the signature of the trade deal with Mercosur, a moment that has been in the making for 26 years.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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