Defence Minister Andris Sprūds has resigned from office

10.05.2026

In Latvia Defence policy

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Military Public Affairs Department

On Sunday, May 10, during a press conference at the Ministry of Defence, Defence Minister Andris Sprūds announced his resignation from office.

Andris Sprūds was confirmed as Latvia’s Minister of Defence on September 15, 2023, replacing former Defence Minister Ināra Mūrniece.

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MoD Military Public Affairs Department