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Latvia’s coalition splits over pulling out of the Istanbul Convention, sparking political conflict.
Latvia’s ruling coalition faces growing tension after the Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) backed a proposal to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention, prompting Prime Minister Evika Silina to accuse the party of breaching the coalition agreement.
The Saeima advanced the withdrawal motion 55-33, with ZZS supporting it and coalition partners New Unity and The Progressives opposing.
ZZS also backed bills restricting minors’ involvement in LGBT events and penalizing gender reassignment for minors, citing violations of a 2021 government declaration on the convention.
Silina emphasized the Ministry of Welfare remains central to domestic violence prevention, while political scientists note the rift reflects deeper struggles over national sovereignty, gender policy, and electoral strategy.
A coalition meeting is set for October 7 to address the dispute.
La coalición de Letonia se divide por la retirada de la Convención de Estambul, lo que desencadena un conflicto político.