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Did Latvia's government collapse over stray Ukrainian drones? | DW News
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The accidental entry of Ukrainian drones into Latvian airspace has caused political instability, leading to the collapse of the defense minister's coalition and public questioning of national security readiness.
An accidental incursion by Ukrainian drones into Latvian airspace resulted in the firing of the Latvian defense minister and the subsequent collapse of the governing coalition. While Ukraine has apologized and attributed the incident to Russian electronic warfare, the event has triggered significant public concern regarding Latvia's ability to monitor and protect its own borders. Experts and public commentary highlight a discrepancy between the government's rhetoric about national security and the reality of their defense capabilities, specifically concerning the potential underutilization of local drone and anti-drone technology.
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