The draft resolution provides for Latvia's participation in two operations — a coalition led by the United States and a multinational mission led by the United Kingdom and France. The final decision on the participation of Latvian servicemen must be made by the Saeima. **Up to 20 Servicemen** It is expected that Latvia will send no more than 20 servicemen to the region. The country's main contribution will be related to demining. It is planned to send a Navy unit for the neutralization of underwater explosive devices, equipped with autonomous mine detection and neutralization systems. Latvian specialists will work as part of a larger diving team. In addition, the National Armed Forces plan to send staff officers and instructors to the operational and tactical headquarters of the missions. They may be located both in the territories of the states leading the coalitions and directly in the area of operations. **Will Not Participate in the Conflict with Iran** The Ministry of Defense emphasizes that the Latvian contingent will be engaged exclusively in anti-mine operations, coordinating demining, and other activities necessary for opening the Strait of Hormuz and ensuring the unobstructed transit of vessels. Latvia does not intend to participate in actions that would imply support for the United States as a belligerent party in the conflict with Iran. According to estimates from the countries leading the international operations, complete demining of the strait as part of a broader mission to restore freedom of navigation may take from 12 to 16 months. The Ministry of Defense and the National Armed Forces are currently working with the American military command in the Middle East, as well as with the United Kingdom and France, to clarify practical and logistical issues regarding the deployment of the Latvian contingent. If the Saeima approves Latvia's participation, the Ministry of Defense will negotiate with partners to ensure the Latvian servicemen in the area of operations.
