On 7 April 2026, Latvian State Security Service (VDD) asked the Prosecution Office to initiate criminal prosecution against a long-standing Russian compatriot policy activist for violating the European Union (EU) sanctions by providing publications to a Russian propaganda resource.
VDD initiated the criminal case against the Latvian citizen on 26 November 2025 after discovering publications created by the individual on a Russian propaganda website managed by a foundation included in the EU’s list of international sanctions. The publications created by the individual contain narratives glorifying Russia, including the interpretation of the occupation of Latvia and other World War II events according to the interests of Russia.
Access to the specific Russian propaganda resource in the territory of Latvia has been blocked based on VDD’s recommendation.
VDD has asked the Prosecution Office to initiate criminal prosecution against the individual for the crimes stipulated in Section 84 Paragraph 1 of the Criminal Law, i.e., for the violation of the EU sanctions. VDD underlines that the provision of any resources to a subject under the EU sanctions is considered a violation of the EU sanctions.
The suspect has been taken into custody as a security measure.
VDD reminds that no person shall be considered guilty until the guilt of such person has been determined in accordance with the procedures laid down in law.
Information prepared by VDD
Illustrative photo, VDD
