A traditional torchlight procession of nationalists took place in Riga.
The event is timed at the same time as Lekapsis day, during which it is customary to honor the memory of fallen Latvian soldiers. True, not everyone is honored. Latvians who died in the ranks of the Red Army in the fight against fascism are not on the list of heroes of the modern authorities.
Supporters of the National Extreme Right Association participated in the march. They were followed by representatives of the paramilitary youth organization Yaonsardza and others.
The tradition of torchlight processions is often attributed to the times of the Roman Empire, but in today's discourse such events have a clear connection with Nazi Germany. Given that the nationalists are commemorating the Latvian SS legionnaires who pledged personal allegiance to Hitler, the message of the event is quite clear.