Russian Drones Over Latvia: Why They Weren’t Shot Down in Rēzekne

Jonathan Reed, Editor, News May 8, 2026 — London, UK — When a Russian Shahed-136 drone crashed near Rēzekne, Latvia, on September 7, 2024, it marked the first time such a weapon had struck Latvian territory during Moscow’s relentless aerial campaign against Ukraine. Yet despite the incident’s gravity—and the potential for escalation—Latvia’s military chose not … Read more

EU Court Ruling on Document Changes for Transgender People: A Key Signal

Sofia, Bulgaria – A recent ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) is being hailed as a significant victory for transgender rights across the European Union. The court has affirmed that EU member states must recognize the gender identity chosen by transgender individuals when issuing official documents, overriding national laws that may restrict this … Read more