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Latvian Director Proposes Territory Lease to Israel

Riga,Latvia – June 30,2025 – Alvis Hermanis,the artistic director of the New Riga Theater,has proposed a meaningful geopolitical proposition: offering Israel a long-term lease of Latvian territory. The suggestion, made on Facebook, stems from Hermanis’s belief that Israel’s innovative capacity and potential contribution to Latvia’s population and defense capabilities would be advantageous. [[2]]

Rationale Behind the Proposal

Hermanis argues that Israel currently leads the world in startup innovation and that Latvia could benefit from a partnership. He specifically highlighted the potential for a boost in Latvia’s “IQ