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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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"Glory to Russia" burned on the body: the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine confirmed the authenticity of the photograph with the consequences of torture of Ukrainian soldiers in Russian captivity

A representative of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine confirmed the authenticity of the photograph of a Ukrainian soldier with scars and the inscription "Glory to Russia" made in captivity. More than 90% of those released confirm torture and human rights violations.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 02:47 PM • 3396 views
10 thousand hryvnias per hectare: a program of payments to farmers for growing cotton starts in Ukraine

From June 10, farmers growing cotton in the Odesa, Mykolaiv, and Kherson regions can apply for UAH 10,000/ha. Applications will be accepted until July 10.

Economy • June 10, 12:48 PM • 4474 views
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Replacing Soviet components: Ukraine faces legal and technical barriers in the field of military equipment and aviation repair

Ukraine is facing problems with the purchase of spare parts for Soviet equipment due to certification barriers and restrictions. Imports from the Russian Federation are prohibited, which complicates the maintenance of military equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 06:07 PM • 116143 views
Case of three defense ministers of Yanukovych's times: the investigation knows where they are

The investigation knows where the ex-defense ministers of Yanukovych's times, who are suspected of treason, are hiding. Yezhel is in Belarus, Salamatin is in Crimea, Lebedev is hiding in the Moscow region.

Society • June 6, 01:35 PM • 3466 views
Rutte: NATO will monitor the "Zapad-2025" exercises between Russia and Belarus in September

Mark Rutte stated that NATO will closely monitor the joint Russian-Belarusian exercises "Zapad-2025. " The exercises will take place in September in Belarus, with the participation of 13,000 people expected.

Politics • June 5, 05:06 PM • 3750 views
No non-standard situations are observed along the border with Belarus, but the direction remains dangerous - Demchenko

Border guards do not record non-standard situations on the border with Belarus, but are strengthening the defense in this direction due to the threat of joint exercises between the Russian Federation and Belarus in September.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 10:27 AM • 2585 views
Romanian President Dan: It is better to have a neighbor like Ukraine than Russia or a country that is turning into Belarus

Romanian President Nicușor Dan stated that his country will continue to support Ukraine, as it is a matter of its own security. The issue of military assistance will be discussed in Odesa on June 11.

Politics • June 2, 09:55 PM • 3352 views
Potato prices in Russia have increased by 173%, the authorities are buying it in Mongolia - CCD

There is a potato shortage in Russia, prices have increased by 173%. To contain them, the Russian Federation is buying potatoes in Mongolia, after purchases in Belarus and China.

Economy • May 29, 05:04 PM • 7537 views
Ukrainian athletes demand a ban on Russian participation in the 2025 World Games

The sports community of Ukraine called on IWGA not to allow athletes from the Russian Federation and Belarus to the World Games. Already 32 athletes from these countries have qualified in 7 sports.

Sports • May 29, 02:48 PM • 3060 views
Absolutely real: Ambassador on the creation of a tribunal for Putin this year

The launch of the Special Tribunal over the Russian Federation and other aggressors is already close, implementation can be done this year. The sentences will concern not only Putin, but also others who contribute to aggression.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 12:36 PM • 2619 views
Ukrainian national team will boycott the World Judo Championship due to the admission of Belarusians under the national flag - statement

The Judo Federation of Ukraine will boycott the World Championship in Hungary due to the admission of Belarusians under the national flag. IJF confirmed the admission of Belarusian athletes to competitions from June 1, 2025.

Sports • May 29, 11:42 AM • 2407 views
Russia has created fake organizations to replace the Red Cross: details

Russia has created fake organizations that mimic humanitarian missions and does not allow the Red Cross access to Ukrainian prisoners of war. Relatives are advised to contact only state authorities.

Society • May 28, 11:08 AM • 2787 views
Russia does not want to exchange captured foreign volunteers because it wants to use them for political purposes - Zelensky

Russia does not want to exchange foreign volunteers and Belarusians because it wants to use them in political games. Ukraine helps to release Muslim prisoners.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 10:42 AM • 2035 views
Russia has more than 300 camps for holding Ukrainians, access to them is completely closed - Coordination Headquarters

Russia is holding Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians in 300 locations, including occupied territories and Belarus. No one has access to them, not even the Red Cross.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 10:42 AM • 4097 views
Russia hinted that it would prefer to hold negotiations in Belarus. Zelenskyy called it "not serious"

Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Turkey for its mediation and identified three realistic locations for negotiations with the Russian Federation. He rejected Russia's proposal regarding Belarus and awaits sanctions from the United States.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 10:06 AM • 2146 views
belarus is moving joint exercises with russia deeper into the country to "reduce tension"

belarus is moving the joint russian-belarusian exercises "zapad-2025" away from the western borders and deeper into the country. This should reduce tension in the region, said the minister of defense of belarus.

News of the World • May 28, 09:38 AM • 2441 views
In Lithuania, over a million euros in EU aid for Ukrainian refugees was mistakenly received by non-Ukrainians.

In Lithuania, over a million euros from the EU, intended for Ukrainian refugees, were mistakenly received by citizens of 43 other countries, including Russians and Belarusians. An investigation into the incident has been launched.

Politics • May 28, 08:29 AM • 3757 views
A court has sentenced a Russian serviceman who stole cars from residents of Kyiv region and took them to Belarus

A serviceman of the Russian Federation has been found guilty of violating the laws of war. He stole cars from residents of Katyuzhanka, threatening them with weapons.

Crimes and emergencies • May 28, 01:38 AM • 46381 views
Russia will not participate in the ice hockey tournament of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan

At the IIHF Congress in Stockholm, it was decided that Russia will not participate in the 2026 Olympic ice hockey tournament. Belarus is also suspended; its place will be taken by France.

Sports • May 25, 01:48 PM • 5366 views
Illegal immigrants from Afghanistan tried to enter Ukraine from Belarus: border guards detained 8 foreigners

Eight citizens of Afghanistan tried to illegally cross the border from Belarus to Ukraine. Border guards detained them in Rivne region, one of the migrants tried to escape.

Society • May 23, 06:07 PM • 5970 views
Finland is discussing a complete ban on citizens of Russia and Belarus buying real estate

The Finnish Ministry of Defense has proposed a complete ban on the acquisition of real estate by citizens and legal entities from Russia and Belarus. Applications submitted before the date of the decree will be processed.

Politics • May 23, 03:01 PM • 3453 views
"Enough of the foolish Soviet nostalgia" – Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds to Putin's advisor's statement regarding "non-disintegration of the USSR"

Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Georgiy Tikhiy called for an end to Soviet nostalgia, emphasizing that the collapse of the USSR was a moment of hope. Earlier, Putin's advisor stated that the USSR allegedly still exists from a legal point of view.

Politics • May 23, 12:27 PM • 2834 views
Germany increases the size of its tank brigade in Lithuania to deter Russia - Bloomberg

Germany is increasing its military presence in Lithuania, expanding its tank brigade to 5,000 troops by 2027. This is a response to Russian aggression and the strengthening of NATO's eastern flank.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 03:00 PM • 3224 views
Poland is not preparing provocations on the border with Belarus: the Center for Combating Disinformation debunked another Kremlin fake

Poland has strengthened border protection due to the threat of a breakthrough by illegal migrants, and not for provocations against joint exercises of the Russian Federation and Belarus. Kremlin fakes are aimed at elections in Poland.

Politics • May 22, 10:51 AM • 2622 views
The European Parliament supported increasing duties on fertilizers from Russia and Belarus

The European Parliament approved an increase in duties on Russian and Belarusian fertilizers, as well as agricultural goods. This decision aims to reduce the EU's dependence on imports from these countries.

Economy • May 22, 10:06 AM • 2967 views
SBGS: there is no strike group from Belarus, but the direction remains dangerous

Currently, there is no formation of a strike group in the Belarusian direction that could threaten Ukraine. However, the direction remains dangerous as long as Belarus supports Russia.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 10:00 AM • 2634 views
Ukraine terminates a number of agreements with the Russian Federation, Belarus and the CIS: details of Cabinet decisions

The Cabinet approved the termination of agreements with the Russian Federation, Belarus and the CIS, including agreements on energy, lending to nuclear power plants and free trade. Withdrawal from agreements on mineral resources has also been initiated.

Politics • May 21, 07:18 PM • 11718 views
The EU has approved borrowing up to €150 billion under the SAFE instrument for European defense: what is envisaged for Ukraine

The EU has created a SAFE instrument with borrowing of up to €150 billion for investments in defense. Ukraine will receive support through increased military assistance and integration of defense industries.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 10:54 AM • 3799 views
Poland will not send its troops to Ukraine - Tusk

Poland does not plan to send troops to Ukraine. Instead, the country will focus on protecting the border with Russia and Belarus and will create a center for the transfer of weapons and aid.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 07:56 PM • 10888 views
Georgia has banned the re-export of cars and special equipment to citizens of Russia and Belarus

Georgia has completely banned the re-export of transport to citizens of Russia and Belarus, including passenger cars and special equipment. The restrictions apply to exports to any other countries.

News of the World • May 20, 06:31 PM • 4471 views