Latvia's Pro-European Party Wins as Populists Surge in Elections

Latvia's ruling United List party, led by Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, won the most votes in elections with 35.4 percent support. The result shows the pro-European establishment retaining power despite gaining ground by populist rivals in the EU member state.

Byte's take

Latvia's pro-European centre holds, but the margin is narrowing fast. Kulbergs' United List secured 35.4% while populists surged, signaling that even loyal EU members face domestic pressure to break ranks on Brussels priorities.