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CONFLICT6h agoKyiv says Belarus reactivated relays that helped Russian drones strike a gas station and passenger train near Ukraine’s border with PolandMeduza [en]
POLITICS10h agoBelarus Releases 25 Prisoners After Lukashenko's Latest Talks With US Envoy CoaleUS special envoy John Coale announced that 25 people were released from Belarusian prisons in exchange for the lifting of US sanctions on two Belarusian companies following his talks with the country’s longtime authoritarian leader, Aleksandr Lukashenko.RFE/RL
CONFLICT16h agoGermans who opted for alternative civilian service once went to help vulnerable people in countries devastated by the Nazis, including Russia and Belarus. Then Moscow started a new war in Europe.From 1990 through the 2000s, Germans traveled to Russia and several other countries to perform alternative civilian service. German women came too, but as volunteers. They worked in hospitals, residential facilities for people with mental and neurological disabilities, and other care homes, and helped older people in their homes. One motivation was to atone for their ancestors’ guilt during World War II, seek reconciliation with the peoples who had suffered under Nazi Germany, and do something useful for them. Meduza spoke with volunteers from those years and the organizers behind the initiatiMeduza [en]
POLITICS1d agoAlexander Lukashenko called the freezing of $43-44 million in Belarusian funds at Citibank ‘a disgrace for the United States.’ Now U.S. officials have asked the bank to release the money.U.S. officials have asked Citibank to release Belarusian funds frozen at the bank. “We have requested from them as to why they have not released the money,” said U.S. presidential envoy John Coale, who met with Alexander Lukashenko in Minsk on September 15.Meduza [en]
POLITICS1d agoUN experts say Belarus justice system used to target Lukashenko opponentsAl Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT1d agoHow Belarus helps Russia and its drone arsenal target Ukraine and threaten NATOEuroNews [en]
CONFLICTBREAKING1d agoRecent drone strikes on Western Ukraine supported by relays from Belarusian territory — DemchenkoUkrinform [en]
MILITARYSep 7Russia deploys indestructible and nuclear - capable Oreshnik missile systems to Belarus - London Business Newslondonlovesbusiness.com · United Kingdom
POLITICSSep 1Europe should already start planning for a post-Lukashenka BelarusThere is nothing about today’s Belarus that suggests a country on the verge of change. Nevertheless, European policymakers would be well-advised to begin preparing for a post-Lukashenka Belarus now, in order to have a plan in place when the moment of transition arrives, writes Viktar Baranau. The post Europe should already start planning for a post-Lukashenka Belarus appeared first on Atlantic Council.Atlantic Council
POLITICSAug 20Ukraine calls on FIA to reconsider lifting ban on competitors from Russia , BelarusUkraine is urging the FIA to re-evaluate its decision to lift the ban on competitors from Russia and Belarus. This represents an appeal related to international sporting sanctions in the context of ongoing conflict.cyprus-mail.com · Cyprus
POLITICSAug 18Eight non-EU countries to adopt EU sanctions on BelarusThe measures tighten restrictions on trade and technology that could support Belarus's military and industrial capabilities.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 14The Migrant Tunnels Burrowing From Belarus Into The EUMigrant tunnels are reportedly being dug from Belarus into the European Union. This highlights a developing method of illegal border crossing and the challenges it poses to border security.centralasiatimes.com · Azerbaijan
CONFLICTAug 13Exchange of bodies of fallen soldiers between Russia , Ukraine took place at Novaya Guta checkpoint in BelarusAn exchange of bodies of fallen soldiers between Russia and Ukraine occurred at the Novaya Guta checkpoint in Belarus. This event reflects humanitarian aspects related to the ongoing conflict.sb.by · Belarus
POLITICSAug 11Euronews ban in Belarus: Those who ban media fear the truthThe ban on Euronews in Belarus shows that the battle of systems with autocracies centres on whether people can access independent information, SPD politician Holger Mann writes in an Euronews opinion piece.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 10EU stands in 'solidarity' with Euronews following ban in BelarusThe European Union and various leading press freedom organisations have condemned Belarus’ designation of Euronews as “extremist”, calling it part of a broader crackdown on independent media.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 7Belarus ban of Euronews sparks debate and support for press freedom across EuropeEarlier this week, the Belarusian information ministry placed Euronews’ website on its "Republican List of Extremist Materials," according to Belarus-based media.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 7Tsikhanouskaya: Euronews ban in Belarus turns viewers into targets of repressionBelarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has condemned Minsk’s designation of Euronews as “extremist” media, calling it an attack on both press freedom and the broadcaster’s audience in Belarus.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 6Belarus designates Euronews’ website as 'extremist' mediaEuronews condemns Belarus’ obscure and unilateral decision to designate Euronews’ digital news coverage as “extremist,” a measure which exposes Euronews’ huge audience in Belarus to legal penalties for “storing or distributing” Euronews’ pan-European content.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTJul 28War in Ukraine: Europe fears more active Belarusian involvementLe Monde [en]
CONFLICTJul 25Ukraine is still fortifying its border with Belarus years after Russia invaded from thereUkraine continues to fortify its border with Belarus, years after Russia used that territory for an invasion. This highlights ongoing security concerns and defensive measures in the region.cecildaily.com · United States
CONFLICTJul 25Ukraine is still fortifying its border with Belarus years after Russia invaded from therepostregister.com · United States
CONFLICTJul 25Ukraine is still fortifying its border with Belarus years after Russia invaded from thereUkraine continues to fortify its border with Belarus due to past invasions by Russia from that territory. This action highlights ongoing security concerns years after the initial conflict.news4jax.com · United States
CONFLICTJul 25Ukraine is still fortifying its border with Belarus years after Russia invaded from thereMore than four years after Russia launched its assault on Kyiv from Belarus, Ukraine is still fortifying the border it shares with Moscow's ally. What was once a…Japan Today
CONFLICTJul 25Ukraine is still fortifying its border with Belarus years after Russia invaded from thereUkraine continues to fortify its border with Belarus several years after Russia used the territory for an invasion. This indicates ongoing security concerns and defensive preparations in the region.dailygazette.com · United States