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Belarus

A state in Eastern Europe
The Republic of Belarus is a landlocked country located in Eastern Europe. It covers an area of approximately 207,600 square kilometers and has a population of about 9.2 million people, with its capital being Minsk. The history of Belarus includes periods as part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, the Russian Empire, and the Soviet Union. The country has been independent twice: first in 1918 as the Belarusian People's Republic, and again in 1991 after the collapse of the USSR.
1994
Alexander Lukashenka won the presidential elections for the first time and has been in power ever since
1995
Lukashenka expanded presidential powers following two referendums
1997
Belarus and the Russian Federation signed an agreement to create a Union State
2000
The Mir Castle Complex was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list
2020
The first power unit of the Belarusian Nuclear Power Plant was connected to the energy system
2020
A wave of peaceful protests began in the country, lasting until March 2021. The reason was disagreement with the official results of the presidential elections
2022
Belarus effectively supported Russia's recognition of the “independence” of the so-called LPR/DPR and Russian aggression against Ukraine
2026
It became known that repeaters for guiding Russian drones to strike Ukraine are located on the country's territory
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Sybiga stated that Russia is already at war with Europe

Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha called Russia's hybrid attacks a coordinated strategy against Europe. He called for strict restrictions and sanctions.

Politics • September 5, 02:10 PM • 4138 views
Germany calls on the EU to restrict the issuance of tourist visas to Russians following acts of sabotage

Berlin links the suspected attack on Leipzig Airport to Russian special services. Germany demands tougher visa restrictions for Russians.

News of the World • September 4, 06:59 PM • 3904 views
Kostiuk knocked out “neutral” Russian Alexandrova at the 2026 US Open and reached the round of 16

Marta Kostiuk defeated Ekaterina Alexandrova 2–0 and reached the round of 16 of the 2026 US Open. Her opponent will be determined from the Li–Noskova pairing.

Sports • September 4, 05:04 PM • 3344 views
In Russia, conscripts are effectively not allowed to leave the country; the ban may be imposed directly at the border

Of the 73 conscripts who sought assistance after attempting to leave Russia, 23 were refused. The restriction sometimes appears directly at the border.

News of the World • September 4, 04:09 AM • 5330 views
Elderly, people with reduced mobility and seriously ill patients — Ukraine has managed to bring back 13 more citizens from the occupationPhoto

Thirteen citizens, including elderly people, people with reduced mobility and seriously ill patients, were returned to territory controlled by Ukraine. Some will be hospitalized.

Society • September 3, 05:06 PM • 6058 views
The Czech Republic is preparing stricter travel rules for Russian diplomats - media

The Czech Republic, together with its intelligence services, will change the procedure for reporting trips by Russian diplomats. The new rules are intended to strengthen control.

Politics • September 3, 02:25 PM • 4094 views
FIS has returned Russians to competition under a neutral flag — Ukraine welcomed the decision

FIS will allow athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate under a declaration of neutrality. They may compete only individually and without national symbols.

Sports • September 2, 02:21 PM • 5187 views
The Verkhovna Rada introduced a new format for industrial parks in Ukraine

Parliament supported Draft Law No. 12117 on eco-industrial parks and industrial symbiosis. The document also changes the requirements for land and participants.

Society • September 2, 08:55 AM • 4207 views
Gulliver in Kyiv put up for auction with a starting price of $207 million

The Gulliver complex has been put up for auction on Prozorro. Sale for UAH 9.2 billion. The auction will take place on October 1, with applications accepted until September 30.

Economy • August 31, 01:30 PM • 3212 views
The US war with Iran has become a test for the SCO ahead of the Xi–Putin summit – Bloomberg

SCO leaders will meet in Kyrgyzstan amid US pressure on Iran. The organization is expected to provide Tehran with political, but not military, support.

Politics • August 31, 01:16 AM • 13763 views
After attacks by Ukrainian UAVs on oil refineries, gasoline production in russia fell to 70% of total demand - media

Due to attacks on Russian oil refineries, gasoline production fell to 70% of domestic consumption. Moscow increased imports and restricted fuel sales.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 12:44 PM • 46017 views
Putin, the leaders of China and Iran will gather for a summit in Kyrgyzstan

Putin and Xi Jinping will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek together with the leaders of Iran, India and Pakistan.

Politics • August 29, 08:00 AM • 8346 views
Georgia is experiencing a beer boom, with consumption reaching a record high

In 2025, beer consumption in Georgia rose to a record 141 million liters, while imports accounted for 16% of the market. Producers' revenue reached 636 million lari.

Economy • August 28, 04:43 PM • 4813 views
There is no strike force near the border with Belarus — the State Border Guard Service of UkraineVideo

There is no serious strike force on the Belarusian-Ukrainian border. At the same time, the threat of Belarusian troops taking part in a renewed Russian attack remains.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 08:21 AM • 5432 views
People from more than 30 countries are missing as a result of flash floods in Nepal and China

Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.

News of the World • August 27, 05:25 PM • 10967 views
140 components, 35 enterprises, and hundreds of employees — the HUR revealed the production network for Iskander-M missiles

The HUR published data on the components, enterprises, and employees involved in the production of Iskander-M missiles. The upgraded Iskander-1000 can strike targets 550 km away.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 11:06 AM • 8489 views
Russia plans an additional mobilization of 600,000 people in 2026–2027 - intelligence

Intelligence reports that Russia plans to recruit 300,000 people each in 2026 and 2027. Some of them may be trained in Belarus.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 09:43 AM • 28736 views
Latvia’s Foreign Minister discussed threats to the region with Trump’s representative

Baiba Braže and John Coale discussed threats to the allies, illegal migration, and hybrid challenges. Coale noted Latvia’s defense spending at 5% of GDP.

Politics • August 26, 10:15 PM • 4089 views
Not only Putin and Lukashenko: which world politicians are disliked in Ukraine - pollPhoto

Ukrainians have the most favorable views of Macron, Merz, and Erdoğan. They have the most negative views of Putin, Lukashenko, and Trump. Ukrainians’ attitudes toward Russians and Belarusians have worsened since 2022.

Society • August 26, 01:36 PM • 15832 views
Terrorist attack against head of defense industry enterprise foiled in Kyiv region, request for extradition of suspect from Poland initiated - SBUPhotoVideo

The SBU and police defused a bomb containing 1 kg of RDX that had been planted under an official’s car seat. The suspect was detained in Poland.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 11:16 AM • 4044 views
The Verkhovna Rada proposes issuing three-year residence permits to Belarusians who support Ukraine and simplifying the process of obtaining citizenship

Draft Law No. 15529 proposes granting Belarusians who condemn Russia's aggression three-year residence permits with the right to work and do business, as well as simplifying the process of obtaining citizenship for them.

Society • August 25, 01:27 PM • 5724 views
Zelenskyy announced a special stage of the exchange via Belarus - 10 soldiers who had been considered missing have returnedPhoto

As part of a special stage of the exchange, Ukraine returned 10 military personnel via Belarus. They are from the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the National Guard and went missing in Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • August 24, 11:22 AM • 24719 views
A powerful storm swept through the Baltic countries: there are casualties, and the streets of three capitals are floodedPhoto

Cyclone “Priska” hit the Baltic region, Poland, and Belarus, causing two deaths and widespread destruction. More than 550,000 households were left without electricity.

News of the World • August 23, 02:08 PM • 13163 views
Is Russia preparing an offensive against the Kyiv region: Zelenskyy named the conditions and a possible direction

Russia may try to advance into the Chernihiv and Kyiv regions to create a buffer zone. At present, there is no strike force near the border.

War in Ukraine • August 23, 10:01 AM • 15862 views
Trump’s special envoy established contact with Lukashenko through jokes and vodka — NYT

John Coale uses informal communication to secure the release of political prisoners and ease sanctions against Belarus. With U.S. assistance, more than 500 people have been released.

Politics • August 23, 09:42 AM • 13590 views
Russian "Band­erole" crashed in Belarus - media

The "Band­erole" reportedly crashed near Kopatkevichi in the Gomel region, likely due to a lack of fuel. Ukrainian channels reported 12 drones.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 03:23 PM • 12471 views
NATO conducted unannounced large-scale exercises near Kaliningrad amid rising tensions with the Russian Federation

The alliance deployed up to 50 aircraft on the eastern flank, including F-35s, AWACS and electronic warfare aircraft. Poland is strengthening its monitoring of Russia's activity.

News of the World • August 21, 10:38 PM • 5040 views
Russia is promoting a fake narrative about the division of Ukraine among its western neighbors — CPD

The CPD reported a new wave of Russian disinformation regarding the division of Ukraine. The Kremlin is trying to justify its aggression and sow distrust among its partners.

Politics • August 21, 04:31 AM • 10935 views
The ruble is becoming a toxic asset even for the Kremlin’s allies — banks in four countries have raised fees on Russian cash

Banks in four countries have raised fees on Russian cash to 15–20%. The surplus of rubles is squeezing Moscow’s financial influence.

Economy • August 19, 01:37 PM • 5047 views
Russia announced a prisoner exchange with Ukraine under the "103 for 103" formula

The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the exchange of 103 prisoners of war with Ukraine. The Ukrainian side has not yet commented on the event.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 09:09 AM • 4526 views