Latvian PM Silina Resigns Over Handling of Stray Ukrainian Drone Incidents
Latvian PM Resigns Following Drone Controversy Latvian Prime Minister Silina announced her resignation on May 14, following intense domestic criticism over her government’s handling of Ukrainian drone incidents that crossed into Latvian airspace. The controversy stems from multiple Ukrainian drones straying off course during the Russia-Ukraine conflict and entering Latvian territory. Silina’s government was criticized for a slow and opaque initial response. Opposition parties, joined by some coalition members, mounted pressure that ultimately cost her the premiership. ...