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Latvian citizens training with drones amid tensions with Russia
Latvia aims to train 50,000 citizens as officials expand drone education and youth camps to prepare for hybrid threats and airspace incidents.
- The Drone House, a civilian project in Latvia, aims to train 50,000 citizens in drone operation, including high school students who receive free instruction in detecting and neutralizing threats.
- Amid rising security concerns, Latvia faces increasing cyberattacks and drone incursions as Russia tests NATO limits; authorities shot down an explosive-laden drone three days prior, believed diverted by Russian jamming.
- Co-Founder Viesturs Silenieks noted that "At the moment, Ukrainians are the best in the world," as Ukrainian soldiers provide training at the facility's 2,500-square-metre indoor hall on interceptor-drone technologies.
- During a two-week camp in Murjani, near Riga, members of the 'Jaunsardzes' youth national guard participate in drone-piloting competitions; teenager Alesa Maza said learning drones helps "to demystify their intimidating aspect."
- Financial manager Daiga Auzina stressed that "It's on everybody's mind today, it is our reality," as Canadians provide military support to help Latvia "reassure, deter and defend" against evolving threats.
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Leaning Left16Leaning Right0Center6Last UpdatedBias Distribution73% Left
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L 73%
C 27%
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