A study presented in Latvia's parliament on Friday found that 66 percent of residents support armed resistance if the country comes under attack. Within that overall figure, 37 percent say they are personally ready to defend the state themselves. The research was carried out by the analytical service of the Saeima and presented in parliament. The numbers reveal a clear gap between general backing for resistance and individual willingness to fight. Latvia has been strengthening its defence posture and civil preparedness amid ongoing concern about Russian aggression in the region. Officials use studies of this kind to gauge public readiness and to shape communication on national defence.