Latvia–Russia relations

Latvia–Russia relations

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Latvia–Russia relations are the bilateral foreign relations between Latvia and Russia. Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established on 11 August 1920 after the Latvian War of Independence ended in Latvian victory with Russia recognizing Latvian sovereignty and renounced all territorial claims on Latvia. Over the century, the countries had a complex and difficult relationship. Modern-day relations have been strained and mostly unfriendly.

Latvia has an embassy in Moscow, and Russia has an embassy in Riga. Both Russia and Latvia are members of the UN and OSCE.

After the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, Latvia downgraded diplomatic relations and expelled the Russian ambassador in January 2023.

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