Fifty years ago, Baryshnikov defected from the Soviet Union. He discusses that day, the war in Ukraine and the challenges facing Russian artists today.
Tag: Latvia
The NATO Welcoming Sweden Is Larger and More Determined
The alliance’s expansion, with Finland last year and soon Sweden, was a consequence from the invasion of Ukraine that Russia’s president may not have calculated.
Fear and Suspicion Stalk Russian Speakers in Latvia
In response to the war in Ukraine, Latvia has targeted residents with Russian passports as part of efforts to combat Moscow’s influence.
Ukraine and Russia Are Hit by Dueling Overnight Aerial Attacks
Four military cargo planes at a Russia airfield were damaged, and the Kyiv region was hit with one of the most significant missile and drone barrages in months.
Poland Demands That Belarus Expel Russia’s Wagner Fighters
Officials from Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia says the presence of the paramilitary force in Belarus following a short-lived rebellion in Russia poses a threat.
Latvia’s Prime Minister, Krisjanis Karins, Is to Resign
Krisjanis Karins had wanted to reshuffle his cabinet but was rebuffed by his governing coalition partners.
8 European Leaders Urge Big Tech to Stop Disinformation Amid Russia’s War in Ukraine
An open letter from eight prime ministers calls on leaders of companies including Meta to take action “against disinformation that undermines our peace and stability.”
Latvia Is Sending Cars Seized From Drunken Drivers to Ukraine
The first batch of cars will start making their way on Friday, the head of a charity helping deliver them said, and will go to the military and hospitals.
Biden’s Meeting With Eastern European Leaders Will Cap His Trip
The nine countries along NATO’s eastern flank are the likeliest targets of another Russian invasion.
Russia Outlaws a News Site and a Rights Group, Stifling Critical Voices
The Kremlin stepped up efforts to banish independent sources of news. Prosecutors labeled Meduza, a popular news site, “undesirable,” so anyone who aids or promotes it can be prosecuted.