"Latvia’s Safety Plan 2025-2027 shows progress, aligning with the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) rules. However, most Member States ignored recommendations to dedicate law enforcement units to investigate crimes against journalists and media workers," notes the report.

"The Cabinet of Ministers in Latvia in November 2025 approved the Journalists and Other Media Professionals’ Safety Plan for 2025-2027. Its aim is to strengthen media freedom, protect journalists from violence, ...