News in plain language on May 4
Freedom Day is celebrated in Latvia
Today, May 4, is the 34th anniversary of the proclamation of the Declaration of the Restoration of Independence of the Republic of Latvia. It is celebrated throughout Latvia.
The day of celebration began with a church service and a military parade in Rezekne.
“Flower Latvia” was created from flowers at the Freedom Monument in Riga.
In honor of Latvia, people from all regions came to Riga in their national costumes. They took part in the march.
People said that this is the most beautiful holiday because nothing can be more beautiful than freedom.
In their holiday speeches, the officials also called to be proud and happy for the country and people.
Flowers lie near the Freedom Monument
Photo: LETA, Lita Miller
The war continues in Ukraine
Russia attacked Kharkiv with drones and guided air bombs.
Debris from downed drones caused fires.
One of them is in some company.
At least six employees of the company were injured.
Officials are not disclosing the name of the company.
Residential buildings were also affected.
Plans for new aid to Ukraine
The United States is talking to G7 partners about giving Ukraine more support.
The US wants all G7 countries to participate in aid, not just the US.
The US plan calls for the G7 countries to give $50 billion in aid to Ukraine.
The European Union then compensates this with some of the frozen Russian assets.
But negotiating it is very difficult.
European countries are not sure if it is legal, Bloomberg reports.
Zelensky is wanted by Russia
Russia has declared the president of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky wanted, according to Russian media.
No reason is given.
The former president of Ukraine, Petro Poroshenko, has also been announced as wanted.
In recent months, Russia has declared several current and former officials of Ukraine wanted.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called Russia’s action a sign of desperation.
Negotiations on a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip continue
The terrorist group “Hamas” has sent a delegation to negotiations on a ceasefire and the release of hostages in the Gaza Strip.
The talks are taking place in Cairo, Egypt.
Qatar, Egypt and the United States are mediators in the talks between Israel and Hamas.
Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency, William Burns, has arrived in Cairo for talks.
Negotiations on the cessation of hostilities will last several months.
So far they have ended without a result.
Devastating victory for Latvia over Norwegian hockey players
The Latvian men’s hockey team defeated the Norwegian national team 8-0 today.
It was the last test match before the Ice Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic.
The Latvian national team will go to the world championship on May 9.
Hockey legends are honored with a special game
Today, May 4, the Latvian hockey legends game took place, in which the White and Red teams fought.
The red team was led by Aleksandrs Nizhivi, while the captain of the white team was Rodrigo Lavins.
The Red team won 8-7 in the shootout.
Both team captains have participated in more than 220 games in the Latvian national team.
