Defence Minister Melnis will not run in Saeima elections

Latvian Defence Minister Raivis Melnis, who was nominated for the post by the New Unity party, has stated that he will not run for the 15th Saeima. He made this announcement during an interview with Latvijas Radio. Melnis currently serves as the Minister of Defence, and his decision not to seek re-election means that the position will be filled by another politician after the elections. The specific reasons for his decision were not disclosed, but the minister emphasized that he will continue fulfilling his duties until the end of his term. The New Unity party has not yet commented on the news.