Latvia just became the first EU country to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention, the international treaty designed to protect women from violence and abuse. An alarming step back on women’s rights. If anything, it’s a warning: when one country turns away from protecting women, others may follow. We cannot allow that! Women’s rights are not negotiable. Not optional. And every step back endangers lives; every silence gives power to violence. Now is the moment to speak louder, stand stronger, and

Latvia’s culinary scene continues to surprise! 🍽️ The new MICHELIN Guide 2026 at a glance. This is already the third selection of the MICHELIN Guide in Latvia, and it includes 34 restaurants – 27 in Riga and 7 outside the capital. 🌟 Michelin retains one star: JOHN chef's hall (Riga); Max Cekot Kitchen (Riga). A proud moment for Latvian gastronomy and a must-visit for every food lover. 🥂 | LatviaTravel