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Viktar Lukashenka Establishes Cooperation With Dmitry Mazepin

Russian billionaire Dmitry Mazepin, who had previously been suspected of financing opponents of Alyaksandr Lukashenka, arrived in Minsk and met…

21.11.2025
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Lithuanian Foreign Ministry Sees Minsk’s Actions as Blackmail and Vows to Increase Pressure on the Regime

As the Belarusian authorities continue to prevent trucks registered in Lithuania from leaving the country and push for a ministerial-level…

21.11.2025
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Lithuania Proposes Recognizing Hybrid Attacks as a Criterion for Sanctions Against Belarus

Lithuania is proposing that the European Union recognize hybrid attacks from Belarus as a criterion for imposing sanctions. The proposal…

20.11.2025
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Belarus Sends 80% of Light Industry Exports to Russia

Belarus has a wide geography of light industry exports, but most shipments go to the Russian market. This was stated…

20.11.2025
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Lithuanian Trucks Still Unable to Leave Belarus

Lithuanian trucks are still unable to exit Belarus into Lithuania, according to Erlandas Mikėnas, head of the Lithuanian National Road…

20.11.2025
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Ukraine and Russia Conduct Exchange of Dead Bodies

On 20 November, Ukraine and Russia conducted an exchange of bodies of the deceased. Russia handed over 1,000 bodies to…

20.11.2025
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Lithuanian Seimas Ratifies Agreement With Council of Europe on Information Center for Belarusians

The Seimas of Lithuania today ratified an agreement with the Council of Europe to establish an information center for the…

20.11.2025
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Polish Media Name Suspects in Railway Sabotage: Yevhenii Ivanov and Oleksandr Kononov

Ukrainian citizens Yevhenii Ivanov and Oleksandr Kononov are allegedly responsible for sabotage on railways in Poland and fled to Belarus,…

20.11.2025
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Belarusian Foreign Ministry Reiterates Proposal for Ministerial-Level Consultations With Lithuania

The Belarusian Foreign Ministry believes that there are still grounds for holding consultations with Lithuania at the ministerial level. This…

20.11.2025
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Lukashenka Says Some University Rectors Have Pursued Anti-State Policies

Alyaksandr Lukashenka accused the rectors of several universities of engaging in anti-state policies but did not name any individuals. “Some…

20.11.2025
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Belarusian Ambassadors to Serbia and Kenya Receive Additional Duties

Alyaksandr Lukashenka made several appointments to the diplomatic corps today, assigning additional responsibilities to two ambassadors. Belarus’s ambassador to Kenya,…

20.11.2025
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Russian Producers of Equipment and IT Solutions Presented With Opportunities of the Hi-Tech Park

The Hi-Tech Park presented its capabilities to a delegation of Russian companies producing equipment and IT solutions. According to the…

20.11.2025
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Border Guards of Lithuania, Latvia and Poland Report No Migrant Crossings for the Second Day

Poland’s Border Guard on Wednesday, 19 November, again recorded no attempts by migrants to cross the border from Belarus. This…

20.11.2025
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Tsikhanouskaya Welcomes Release of Catholic Priests

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya welcomed the release of two Catholic priests. Earlier today it became known that political prisoners Fr. Henrikh Okolotovich…

20.11.2025
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“Bellesbumprom” Proposes Licensing of Toilet Paper and Matches Imports

The state-owned timber industry conglomerate “Bellesbumprom” has submitted for public discussion a draft government resolution introducing licensing for the import…

20.11.2025
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Lukashenka Appoints New National Sustainable Development Coordinator

Deputy Chair of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of Belarus Uladzislau Tatarynovich has been appointed national coordinator…

19.11.2025
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Belarus May Ban Advertising of E-Cigarettes

Belarus is considering a ban on advertising e-cigarettes and other smoking devices, as well as expanding the list of places…

19.11.2025
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Nuns From St. Elisabeth Convent Spotted Again in Sweden

Nuns from the St. Elisabeth Convent have again arrived in Sweden to sell goods. They were seen in one of…

19.11.2025
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Ex-Kalinouski Regiment Fighter Maksim Ralko Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

Former fighter of the Kalinouski Regiment Maksim Ralko has been sentenced to 10 years in a high-security prison. He was…

19.11.2025
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German and Ukrainian Citizens Detained at Belarus Border for Undeclared Cash

A Ukrainian citizen attempted to leave Belarus with undeclared cash, while a German citizen declared only half of the money…

19.11.2025
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Lithuania to Reopen Two Border Crossing Points With Belarus on 20 November

The Lithuanian government decided at today’s meeting to reopen two border crossing points with Belarus ahead of schedule. The Šalčininkai…

19.11.2025
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Tsikhanouskaya Held Talks With Kraków Leadership as Key Issues for Belarusians Were Raised

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Kraków on 17–18 November to take part in the Open Eyes Economy Summit. During the visit, she…

19.11.2025
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Ryzhankou Signals Readiness for Pragmatic, Equal Dialogue With Germany and the EU

Belarusian Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhankou has stated that Minsk is prepared to build a “pragmatic and equal dialogue with Germany…

19.11.2025
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Polish Foreign Ministry to Address Belarus and Russia Over Railway Sabotage Case

The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs will initiate démarches to Belarus and Russia in connection with the recent railway sabotage…

19.11.2025
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No Migrants Attempted to Cross Borders of Lithuania, Latvia, or Poland on Tuesday

Border services in Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia reported no attempts by migrants to cross their borders from Belarus on Tuesday.…

19.11.2025
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Rosoboronexport Exploring Joint Production of Su-75 Fighter Jet With Belarus

Rosoboronexport is exploring the joint production of the Su-75 fighter jet with Belarus. The announcement was made by the company’s…

19.11.2025
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224 People Granted Belarusian Citizenship by Decree of Alyaksandr Lukashenka

By decree of Alyaksandr Lukashenka, 224 foreign nationals and stateless persons, including 16 children, have obtained Belarusian citizenship. Some applicants…

18.11.2025
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State Border Committee Ready to Cooperate With Lithuania if “Full-Fledged Dialogue” Resumes

Belarus’ State Border Committee issued a press release following today’s working meeting between the deputy chief border commissioners of Belarus…

18.11.2025
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Turchyn Proposes That the SCO Create an Independent Financial Mechanism and a Transport Hub

Prime Minister Alyaksandr Turchyn emphasized the economic dimension of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s agenda at a meeting of the SCO…

18.11.2025
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Belarusian and Lithuanian Border Guards Hold Meeting at the  Lavoriškės Checkpoint

Belarusian and Lithuanian border guards have met at the  Lavoriškės checkpoint for a previously announced meeting. The State Border Committee…

18.11.2025
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Belarus’ GDP Growth Slows to 1.5% in January–October

Belarus’ GDP totalled BYN 234.6 billion in current prices in January–October. In comparable prices, it increased by 1.5% year-on-year. The…

18.11.2025
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Burundi Citizen Tried to Leave Belarus Using Sister’s Belgian Passport

Belarusian border guards prevented a citizen of Burundi from leaving the country after she attempted to cross through the Brest…

18.11.2025
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Fire Breaks Out in Great Stone Industrial Park

A fire occurred today in the Great Stone Industrial Park. According to the Emergency Ministry, smoke was observed on the…

18.11.2025
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Turchyn Seeks to Build Strategic Ties With Iran

Prime Minister Alyaksandr Turchyn met with Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref. The talks were held on the sidelines…

18.11.2025
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National Bank Proposes Voting on New Belarusian Ruble Logo

The National Bank of Belarus is holding a vote on a new graphic symbol for the Belarusian ruble. The competition…

17.11.2025
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Belarusian–Ukrainian Relations and Regional Security Discussed at Ostrogski Forum in Ukraine

Ostrogski Forum was held in Lviv and Kyiv (Ukraine) on 11–15 November, bringing together more than 100 analysts, politicians, diplomats,…

17.11.2025
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Ryzhankou Hopes for Restoration of “Normal Relations” With Poland

Belarusian Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhankou says he hopes that the reopening of two checkpoints on the Polish-Belarusian border will lead to…

17.11.2025
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BYSOL Launches Christmas Fundraiser for Children of Political Prisoners

The BYSOL Foundation has announced a Christmas fundraiser for the children of political prisoners. “The adult world has already done…

17.11.2025
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Lukashenka to Gryzlov: For us the main thing is not “Rossotrudnichestvo” events, but the economy

Alyaksandr Lukashenka, during a meeting with the governor of Russia’s Rostov Oblast, Yury Slyusar, assured him that no one will…

17.11.2025
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Lukashenka Hopes to Persuade Russians to Build a Second Nuclear Plant and Earn Money by Selling Power to Southwest Russia

Alyaksandr Lukashenka told Rostov Region governor Yury Slyusar during their meeting today that nothing and no one will break his…

17.11.2025
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Minsk Proposes Creating a Eurasian Security Architecture From Vancouver to Vladivostok

Minsk is proposing the creation of a Eurasian security architecture stretching from Vancouver to Vladivostok, as well as from Reykjavík…

17.11.2025
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Polish Government Nears Completion of Information Portal for Belarusians

Work on a government information portal for Belarusians is nearing completion in Poland. The information will be presented in the…

17.11.2025
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Real Incomes Growth Accelerated in September

Real disposable monetary incomes of the population increased by 10.2% in January–September. After seven and eight months, income growth stood…

17.11.2025
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Polish Foreign Ministry Expects to See Effects of Opening Two Border Crossings in the Coming Weeks and Months

The effects of opening two border crossings on the Belarusian border will become visible in the coming weeks and months,…

17.11.2025
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Pavel Latushka Urges German Ambassador to Avoid Any Deals With Lukashenka Without Political Changes

Deputy Head of the United Transitional Cabinet and head of the National Anti-Crisis Management Pavel Latushka told German Ambassador to…

16.11.2025
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Poland Reports Decrease in Migration Pressure on Border With Belarus

Poland’s Ministry of the Interior and Administration has reported a noticeable decline in activity along the Polish-Belarusian border. According to…

16.11.2025
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Belarusian State Military Industry Delegation Heads to Discuss International Cooperation at Dubai Airshow 2025

A delegation from the State Authority for Military Industry of Belarus, led by its chairman Dzmitry Pantus, has traveled to…

16.11.2025
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Lukashenka-Aligned Deputy to Take Part in OSCE PA Session in Istanbul

The chairman of the Standing Commission of the House of Representatives on International Affairs Siarhei Rachkou will take part in…

16.11.2025
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Moskalkova Speaks About Belarus’ Mediation in Addressing Humanitarian Issues

Belarus, Turkey, and the Vatican have expressed willingness to assist Russia in resolving humanitarian problems while remaining outside “political assessments,”…

16.11.2025
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Latvian Authorities Extend Flight Restrictions Along Borders With Belarus and Russia

Latvian authorities have extended for another week the ban on evening and nighttime flights in the airspace adjacent to the…

16.11.2025