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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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Zelenskyy considers drone attacks an attempt by Russia to pressure NATO countries

The President stated that the Russian Federation uses drones to test NATO air defenses and reduce support for Ukraine. Kyiv intercepts such targets and warns its partners.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 04:01 PM • 4245 views
Lukashenko reacted to the statement about 500 potential Ukrainian targets in Belarus and declared his own targetVideo

Lukashenko responded to the statement about 500 AFU targets and threatened with his own target. He also called the Ukrainian military on the border 'cannon fodder'.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 09:58 AM • 14778 views
SOF drones hit a key node of the Surgut-Polotsk oil pipeline and an oil depot near the border with Ukraine

SOF drones struck the Lazarevo station on the Surgut-Polotsk oil pipeline and the Agroproduct oil depot. These facilities are key nodes for Russia's exports and logistics.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 09:46 AM • 12546 views
Belarusian railway workers reported the arrival of a Russian military train at the Krychaw-6 base

A Russian train consisting of 60 cars with equipment and ammunition arrived at the Krychaw-6 base. Russian troops have remained at the facility since late December 2025.

News of the World • May 31, 05:32 AM • 5076 views
Moscow has recalled its ambassador from Armenia "for consultations"

The Russian Foreign Ministry has summoned Ambassador Sergei Kopyrkin to Moscow due to Armenia's rapprochement with the EU. Putin is threatening tariff hikes and restrictions for Armenian workers.

News of the World • May 30, 04:25 PM • 11724 views
Putin's alliance threatens Armenia with suspension of membership over course toward European Union

EAEU countries demand Armenia hold a referendum to choose between the union and the EU. A report on the consequences of suspending Yerevan's membership will be prepared by December.

Politics • May 29, 08:21 PM • 5224 views
General Staff of the AFU confirmed strikes on the "Yaroslavl-3" oil pumping station and the Volgograd Oil Refinery

On the night of May 29, the Volgograd Oil Refinery, the Yaroslavl-3 station, and a Tor-M2 SAM system were hit. The plant has suspended operations, and two large reservoirs are on fire at the oil depot.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 11:41 AM • 66440 views
Lithuania discusses banning Russians and Belarusians from participating in sports tournaments

The Lithuanian government is considering a ban on citizens of the Russian Federation and Belarus from participating in sports and scientific events. This would allow for references to national security.

Sports • May 28, 09:55 PM • 4657 views
Some components in Russian missiles were manufactured at a Minsk plant, including those for the "Oreshnik" – Office of the President

The Office of the President showed EU ambassadors components found in Russian missiles. Ukraine calls for strengthened sanctions, including those targeting Russia's shadow fleet.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 08:35 AM • 26808 views
Pashinyan announced the end of Armenia's dependence on a "single ally"

Armenia will build a new gas pipeline and move away from its sole ally. Pashinyan plans to implement reforms according to European Union standards.

Politics • May 28, 03:15 AM • 9946 views
Latvia and the Netherlands agree on drone testing near the borders of Russia and Belarus

Latvia and the Netherlands will test drones at the Selija military training ground. The agreement provides for strengthening the allied presence near the borders of the Russian Federation and Belarus.

News of the World • May 27, 10:15 PM • 3824 views
Queues of hundreds of cars formed at checkpoints with Poland - SBGS

On the evening of May 27, queues were recorded on the border with Poland, with the largest number of cars in Shehyni. Border guards advise choosing less congested checkpoints.

Society • May 27, 04:38 PM • 21060 views
Representation of Democratic Belarus opened in Kyiv – TsikhanouskayaPhoto

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has opened the Mission of Democratic Belarus in Kyiv. The office will serve as a platform for systemic cooperation and support for Belarusian volunteers.

Politics • May 27, 12:08 PM • 3713 views
Russia is preparing drone strikes on the Kyiv-Chop highway from the territory of Belarus - ISW

ISW warns of possible Russian attacks on the Kyiv-Chop highway from the territory of Belarus. Border guards currently do not record any enemy strike groups at the border.

Society • May 27, 06:31 AM • 5457 views
Ukraine condemned the admission of Russians to gymnastics competitions with national symbols and called on the sports community not to support the cynical decision

Ukraine condemns the admission of athletes from the Russian Federation and Belarus to competitions under national flags. Due to the enemy's aggression, 852 Ukrainian sports facilities have been damaged.

Sports • May 26, 04:57 PM • 4146 views
"Madyar" hinted that Ukraine has identified the first 500 targets in Belarus if Lukashenko dares to enter the war on the side of the Russian Federation

Robert Brovdi declared readiness to strike 500 targets in Belarus in the event of its entry into the war. The NSDC called Minsk's allegations regarding drones a lie.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 04:01 PM • 3940 views
Zelenskyy gave a veiled response to Lukashenko's proposal to meet and mentioned TsikhanouskayaVideo

Zelenskyy hinted at Lukashenko's illegitimacy due to Tsikhanouskaya's participation in the international summit. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to discuss relations specifically with her.

Politics • May 26, 02:08 PM • 4248 views
Lithuania stated that Russia may be spoofing GPS signals deep within Europe

Russia has deployed 36 antennas in Kaliningrad to spoof GPS signals within a 450 km radius. This creates constant interference for aviation and communications in EU countries.

News of the World • May 26, 12:54 PM • 3670 views
Minsk accuses Kyiv of attempting drone attacks on the border. The NSDC responds: Belarus is lying at the request of the Russian Federation

Belarus claimed 116 flights of Ukrainian drones in a week. The NSDC called this a lie and a provocation demanded by the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 12:22 PM • 3237 views
Baltic states turn to Ukraine for shelter construction expertise amid drone threat - Politico

The Baltic states have approached Ukraine for its experience in creating shelters due to the threat of Russian drones. Metinvest is already in negotiations regarding the construction of these structures.

Society • May 26, 11:51 AM • 4251 views
Ukraine has never been a threat to Belarus – ZelenskyyVideo

Zelenskyy met with Tsikhanouskaya at a summit in Kyiv. They discussed Russian influence on Belarus and attempts to drag the country into the war against Ukraine.

Politics • May 26, 11:32 AM • 4025 views
Russia plans to almost completely close the skies over Moscow to civil aviation

Starting from June 2026, civil flights will be prohibited in the Moscow zone at altitudes up to 5,100 meters. The restrictions will not apply to scheduled passenger flights.

News of the World • May 26, 04:10 AM • 4990 views
Sybiha stated that over 90 Belarusians have died in the war for Ukraine

Andrii Sybiha reported 90 deaths of Belarusians who fought for Ukraine. The parties discussed the accountability of the Lukashenko regime for war crimes.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 09:37 PM • 18371 views
Sybiha announced the appointment of a new MFA special envoy for cooperation with the Belarusian opposition

Yaroslav Chornohor has become the MFA special envoy for cooperation with the Belarusian opposition. The parties agreed on political dialogue and humanitarian cooperation.

Politics • May 25, 08:59 PM • 4286 views
"We have been through this before" - Sybiha on Russia's threats of strikes on Kyiv

Sybiha urged partners to ignore Russia's threats regarding strikes on Kyiv. He emphasized the need for a proportional response through force and support.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 06:32 PM • 5210 views
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Tsikhanouskaya's visit to Kyiv is a signal to Lukashenko and preparation for a future without him – political scientist

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya's visit to Kyiv has become a signal of a future without Lukashenko. Ukraine is preparing for various scenarios on its northern border.

Politics • May 25, 02:07 PM • 31388 views
The Ministry of Youth and Sports stated that lifting restrictions on representatives of the Russian Federation and Belarus is a betrayal of the Olympic Charter

The Ministry of Youth and Sports condemned the lifting of restrictions on athletes from the Russian Federation and Belarus. Ukraine will continue to compete in arenas to combat Russian propaganda.

Sports • May 25, 12:58 PM • 12343 views
Belarusian opposition leader Tsikhanouskaya arrives in Kyiv for her first visitPhotoVideo

Tsikhanouskaya arrived in Kyiv and honored the memory of a Belarusian volunteer. She inspected the aftermath of the shelling and expressed solidarity with the Ukrainians.

Politics • May 25, 07:00 AM • 5079 views
President of Finland reveals when the border with Russia could be opened

Alexander Stubb named the cessation of using migrants as a weapon as a condition for opening the border. Confidence in this must be provided by the top leadership of the Russian Federation.

News of the World • May 24, 07:29 PM • 6812 views
No movement of equipment or troops recorded in the border zone of Belarus - Demchenko

No movement of equipment or troops for an offensive is being recorded on the border with Belarus. Russia is putting pressure on Minsk, but no strike groups have been formed at this time.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:51 PM • 6983 views