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EU Already Working On Next Russia Sanctions Package Estonia's MFA

(MENAFN- UkrinForm) This was reported on the website of the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, according to Ukrinform. One of the central measures adopted in this package is lowering the price cap on Russian oil from $60 to $47.60 per barrel. From now …

Baltic Cruises Have Changed But They Still Deliver Big On Culture

Tallinn's medieval old town feels like it belongs in a storybook. getty Not so long ago, Saint Petersburg was the undisputed crown jewel of Baltic cruises. With its imperial architecture, opulent palaces, and rich cultural heritage, the Russian city …

Latvia Tightens Travel Rules For Russian Citizens

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 18. A new regulation will come into effect on July 15, 2025, whereby only biometric passports issued by the Russian Federation will be recognized as valid travel documents for entry into Latvia, Trend …

Estonian President rejects religious legislation

THE President of Estonia, Alar Karis, has decided for the second time not to promulgate the Churches and Congregations Act, legislation designed to sever canonical ties of the Estonian Christian Orthodox Church (EKOK) with the Moscow Patriarchate. Last …

Between Lithuania and GdF more cooperation against economic crimes

Italy's ambassador to Lithuania, Emanuele de Maigret, and Guardia di Finanza Chief of Staff Giuseppe Arbore were received today in Vilnius by Lithuanian Interior Minister Wladyslaw Kondratowicz.     The main topics of discussion at the meeting were the …

South Belfast siege accused threw tiles at police during six hours on roof, court told

A man was remanded in custody today (Thursday) over charges linked to a six-hour stand-off with heavily armed police in Belfast. Tomas Tisko, 32, of no fixed abode, hobbled into the dock of Belfast Magistrates’ dressed in a grey sweatshirt and jogging …

Veolia settles decade-long ICSID dispute with Lithuania

Church of St. Casimir in Vilnius, Lithuania French environmental services group Veolia has agreed to pay €35 million to Lithuania to settle a decade-long dispute over municipal heating contracts that gave rise to an intra-EU BIT arbitration as well as an …

Illegal pill sellers detained in Latvia

In connection with the illegal distribution of medicines, the State Police have detained eight persons acting in an organised group and involved in the distribution of medicines of unknown origin, illegal business activities on a significant scale and …

Mine Ban Convention: 6 Countries Urged to Reconsider Withdrawal Decision

Editorial 16:51 JST, July 19, 2025 Six European countries including Ukraine, which is currently subject to aggression from Russia, have decided to withdraw from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. The direness of their situation is understood, but the …

New law increases tourist fees, introduces non-immigrant visa

Fees for travel authorization systems like ESTA and EVUS are increasing. A new "visa integrity fee" of $250 will be added to non-immigrant visa applications. These changes aim to increase funding for border security and travel programs, but some …

Global and Estonian NGOs Unite Against New Pulp Mill Financing

Environmental Paper Network (EPN), Fern, BankTrack and the Estonian Council of Environmental NGOs (EKO) are jointly calling on European and international banks and investors not to finance Viru Keemia Grupp/VKG’s planned pulp mill in northeastern …

Lithuania and Veolia reach $38m settlement to end decade-long legal disputes

Latvian lawyer turns sleuth to trap phone scammer in the act

On May 26 of this year, a prosecutor from the Latgale Court District Prosecutor's Office received a call on her personal mobile phone from fraudsters and pretended to play along – devoting several hours to identifying the individuals committing the  …

Latvian Court Overturns License Revocation of Exiled Russian TV Channel Dozhd

A Latvian court has overturned the 2022 decision to revoke the broadcast license of the exiled Russian television channel Dozhd, two and a half years after authorities in the Baltic country branded the outlet a threat to national security. Dozhd, known in …

Pro-Russia cybercrime network targeted by European law enforcement

Patrick van Katwijk/Getty Images (LONDON) — Law enforcement officials in Europe said they had coordinated the dismantling of an international pro-Russian cybercrime network, arresting two members, issuing warrants for others in Russia and disrupting …

Latvian court overturns decision to revoke TV Rainʼs broadcasting license

A Latvian court has overturned the decision by the countryʼs National Electronic Mass Media Council (NEPLP) to revoke the broadcasting license of the independent Russian-language channel TV Rain. NEPLP chairman Ivars Āboliņš said the council plans to  …

EHRC Rules Against Appeal In Contested Latvian Tax Dispute

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 17. The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled in favor of Latvia in the case Osis v. Latvia, rejecting the applicant's complaint of a potential violation of the right to a fair trial under …

Pro-Russian DDoS group NoName057(16) disrupted by international law enforcement operation

An international law enforcement operation conducted this week targeted the members of and infrastructure used by NoName057(16), a pro-Russian hacktivist group that has conducted distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks across Europe since early 2022. …

Latvian Foreign Minister Urges Trump to Sanction Russia

(MENAFN) Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze has urged US President Donald Trump to swiftly follow through on his threat to impose secondary sanctions on Russia, emphasizing that waiting the full 50-day period is unnecessary. During remarks on Monday, …

Consumer Defense Law Group Secures Another Surplus Trustee Sale Reversal for LA Homeowner After Third Party Sale

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant victory for consumer rights, LA homeowner Cameron Culton has successfully regained ownership of his foreclosed property through a trustee sale reversal, an …

South Florida Law Welcomes Probate and Estate Planning Attorney Niuris Bezanilla

South Florida Law adds Niuris Bezanilla to its probate and estate planning practice. She brings experience in wills, trusts, and guardianship matters. HALLANDALE BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South Florida Law, PLLC, a …

Langer Law Group PLLC Offers Unique Multi-Disciplinary Legal Services with Medical and Business Expertise

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Langer Law Group PLLC, a closely-held family law firm, provides specialized legal services enhanced by the rare combination of medical, business, and legal expertise. The firm's …

Levin & Perconti Secures $4.975M Settlement for Septic Shock That Lead to Patient's Death

Levin & Perconti secured a major $4.975 million settlement for the family of a woman who passed away due to septic shock due to medical negligence CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following a major jaw surgery …

Personal Injury Attorney After a Car Accident: Missy Wigginton of Mama Justice Law Firm Shares Expertise in HelloNation

What does a personal injury attorney do after a car accident? COLUMBUS, MS, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What does a personal injury attorney do after a car accident? The answer is essential for anyone trying to navigate …

Gordon McKernan Partners with Keyala Cottrell to Give Away 432 Free Backpacks at New Orleans Back-to-School Event

McKernan and Cottrell partner for a free back-to-school event with backpacks, school supplies, food, entertainment and more in New Orleans' Treme neighborhood. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Louisiana …

TWO MUSICK PEELER PARTNERS NAMED TOP LITIGATORS & TRIAL LAWYERS BY THE LOS ANGELES BUSINESS JOURNAL

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP announced today that Partners Angela Kim and Dan Woods have been recognized as “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys” by the …

Attorney D. Seth Holliday of McMahan Law Firm Shares Advice on Motorcycle Accident Steps in HelloNation

What are the most important steps to take after a motorcycle accident? DALTON, GA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What are the most important steps to take after a motorcycle accident? Attorney D. Seth Holliday of McMahan …

Ryan Olson of Olson Funeral Homes Shares the Benefits of Pre-Planning Funeral Arrangements in HelloNation

What are the advantages of pre-planning funeral arrangements? MENOMONIE, WI, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What are the advantages of pre-planning funeral arrangements? Ryan Olson of Olson Funeral Homes in Menomonie, …

ProFirst Training and Sandy Police Department Deliver Regional Law Enforcement Background Investigations Training -Utah

Background Investigations Training—Plans Underway for 2026 Training Event-Utah NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful collaboration to enhance the standards and effectiveness of public safety hiring practices, …

Associate Attorney Joseph Joyce joins Silverman Law Office

Butte native Joseph Joyce joins Silverman Law Office as an associate attorney, focusing on business law, estate planning, litigation, and transactional matters. HELENA, MT, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Butte native Joseph …

Plot points: your round-up of property law and policy updates

Help shape the future of leasehold reform The UK government has launched a consultation on how to implement key leaseholder protections under the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, including: providing greater transparency around service charges and …

Contend Launches AI-Powered Legal Assistant to Expand Access to Justice in the UK

New data reveals a mounting social justice emergency. Contend steps in with AI-powered solutions. UNITED KINGDOM, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New data reveals a mounting social justice emergency. Contend steps in with AI-powered solutions. A …

MOONTON Games partners The Little Black Book Studios and Base Media to develop animated series for Mobile Legends

The series will feature the same award-winning animation team behind Ne Zha 2 SINGAPORE, CHINA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MOONTON Games, the global developer and publisher of the hit mobile Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game …

Ditto Transcripts Unveils Surging General Transcription Services Market: 99% Accuracy & Compliant Human‑Powered

Ditto Transcripts reports rapid growth in general transcription, highlighting unmatched 99% accuracy, compliance, and trusted U.S.-based human transcriptionists DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ditto Transcripts, a …

Seven things you might not know about the Law Society Hall on Chancery Lane

1. Temple, taverns and… the Law Society 200 years ago, in 1825, the Law Society was established. That year, a group of founding members started to look for a London site to purchase after raising £25,000 through the sale of shares. With a big hall, library …

Financial Independence After Divorce, Securing Family Futures This Summer

July spotlights independence and family security with practical legal advice from family law attorney Tiffany L. Andrews FOLSOM, CA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- July is often associated with independence, reflection, and …

12 Years After the Largest Prison Hunger Strike in U.S. History, The Strike Film Helps Advocates' Call to End Solitary

Through more than 100 screenings across the country, The Strike film supports efforts to mobilize audiences to end the use of solitary confinement. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- July marks 12 years since …

National Bar Association Hosts Centennial Convention in Chicago: 100 Years of Legal Excellence, Advocacy, and Legacy

Uniting legal minds and communities to celebrate a century of impact and drive innovation for the future WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Bar Association (NBA), the nation’s oldest and largest …

Rachel R. Schrager named to '40 under 40 - Civil Plaintiff' by National Trial Lawyers

Rachel Schrager of Kogan & DiSalvo Named to National Trial Lawyers “Top 40 Under 40 – Civil Plaintiff” List BOYNTON BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rachel Schrager, a Shareholder at …