Latvia, preparing for its first UN Security Council term in January 2026, supports Donald Trump's 'peace through strength' vision to resolve the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas conflicts. Latvian Foreign Affairs Minister Baiba Braže emphasized the need for a just and lasting peace, aid to Gaza, and pressuring Russia by limiting its income and access to technology, accusing China of enabling Russia's military efforts.
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Latvia, preparing for its first UN Security Council term in January 2026, supports Donald Trump's 'peace through strength' vision to resolve the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas conflicts. Latvian Foreign Affairs Minister Baiba Braže emphasized the need for a just and lasting peace, aid to Gaza, and pressuring Russia by limiting its income and access to technology, accusing China of enabling Russia's military efforts.
Trending- 1 1991: Latvia gained independence after the USSR dissolved.
- 2 Last week: Baiba Braže addressed the UN.
- 3 2025-06-11: Article published.
- 4 January 2026: Latvia's first UN Security Council term begins.
- Potential for increased international pressure on Russia
- Strengthened Ukraine's defense
- Improved aid delivery to Gaza
- Latvia's increased role in global security
What: Latvia, through its Foreign Affairs Minister Baiba Braže, expressed full support for President Donald Trump's 'peace through strength' vision to address the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas wars. Latvia is preparing for its first UN Security Council term.
When: January 2026 (Latvia's UN Security Council term begins), 1991 (Latvia gained independence), last week (Braže's address to UN), 2025-06-11 (article published).
Where: United Nations (New York City headquarters), Latvia, Ukraine, Russia, Middle East (Israel, Gaza), China, Soviet Union.
Why: To achieve a just and lasting peace in conflict regions, strengthen global security, safeguard the international rules-based order, and make the UN Security Council more effective. Latvia believes Russia is bluffing about peace and needs to be pressured economically and technologically.
How: By working on the UN Security Council, supporting Ukraine's defense, limiting Russia's income and access to technology (especially from China), and ensuring humanitarian aid reaches Gaza.