# Latvian Minister Resigns After Drone Strikes

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Podcast: [US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7023297)
Published: 2026-05-10T22:39:32+00:00
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Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds resigned following a drone attack on oil storage tanks, exposing air defense gaps. Prime Minister Evika Silina appointed army Colonel Raivis Melnis as the new minister to strengthen defenses. Ukraines Defense Minister clarified the drones were theirs, diverted by Russian electronic warfare. Ukraine now considers sending experts to bolster Baltic air security, indicating a potential deepening involvement in the conflict. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/41dafc667b6f6936

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