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farming
October 21st - October 27th, 2024 by Otto Tabuns

Latvia Weekly: Farmers Voice Concerns Over EU Regulations

Latvian farmers are raising concerns about the European Union’s agricultural policies, which they argue have burdened the industry with excessive bureaucracy. Critics say that these regulations hinder productivity and place additional strain on an already challenging sector.

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voting
October 21st - October 27th, 2024 by Olevs Nikers

Estonia Weekly: Voting Rights Debate

Recent discussions in Estonian media highlight disagreements over the exclusion of Russian and Belarusian residents from voting in local elections.

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October 14th - October 20th, 2024 by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Lithuania Weekly: “Foxpay” Scandal and Election Echoes

Lithuanian prosecutors have launched a major investigation into financial technology company Foxpay, suspecting property crimes and corruption. Key individuals, including Ieva Trinkūnaitė and Mindaugas Navickas, have been detained amid allegations of money laundering and bribery. Meanwhile, Kremlin-aligned media focused on election transparency concerns and highlighted claims of a mass surrender by Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region, further attempting to undermine Ukraine's war effort.

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October 14th - October 20th, 2024 by Otto Tabuns

Latvia Weekly: Narratives of NATO Distrust and EU Criticism Amid Migrant Debate

During the examined week, key narratives centered on distrust in NATO unity and negative sentiment toward EU policies on migration and climate change. An opposition party member claimed that while Eastern Europe faces war on its borders, Western Europe battles a "war on its streets" caused by migrants, described as uncivilized and a societal threat. TikTok remained the leading platform for reach and engagement, especially among Russian and Latvian-speaking audiences, while activity on X (formerly Twitter) declined.

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