Trainee Killed in Wheel Explosion at Service Station Near Minsk
A 44-year-old resident of the Vileyka district was killed at a vehicle service station in the agrotown
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Three More People Tried Over “Hukanne Viasny” Celebration in Homiel — Flagstok
In Homiel, at least three more people have been tried for participating in the “Hukanne Viasny” ritual
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
SBU: Radioactive Materials Found in Debris of Russian Missile in Chernihiv Region
The warhead of a Russian R-60 missile, fragments of which were found in Ukraine’s Chernihiv region, contained
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Divers in the Biennale! Famous Graffiti by Belarusian Artist Appear in Venice — Photo Report
Belarusian street artist Mihas Mishuk decided to join the Venice Biennale — his signature graffiti figures
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Lithuania Cancels Air Raid Alert
Lithuania has cancelled the air raid alert. It had been declared earlier today due to a suspected drone
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Air Raid Alert Declared in Several Areas of Latvia
At 9:17 on May 20, an air raid alert was declared in three areas of Latvia — Ludza, Krāslava and Rēzekne
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
National Bank of Belarus Cuts Refinancing Rate to 9.25% Per Annum
The board of the National Bank of Belarus has decided to cut the refinancing rate by 0.5 percentage points.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Bloomberg: US Seeks Ukraine’s Help to Ease Restrictions on Belarusian Potash
The United States is seeking Ukraine’s support in easing restrictions on imports of potash fertilisers
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
National Bank of Belarus to Decide on Refinancing Rate
Today, the board of the National Bank of Belarus is holding a meeting dedicated to monetary policy.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Air Raid Alert Declared in Lithuania Due to Suspected Drone Approaching From Belarus
(updated) An air raid alert has been declared in Lithuania’s Ignalina, Utena, Švenčionys and Zarasai
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Putin and Xi Jinping Adopt Declaration on the Establishment of a Multipolar World
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin adopted a Declaration on the Establishment
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Polish Intelligence Services Detain Three Poles on Suspicion of Espionage
Poland’s Internal Security Agency (ABW) announced the detention on May 12 of three Polish citizens on
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Rzeczpospolita: Will There Be Another Reset in Relations With Lukashenka’s Belarus?
Poland’s largest centre-right newspaper, Rzeczpospolita, has published an article on the prospects for
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Investigators Complete Probe Into Brutal Murder in Cherykau
The Investigative Committee has completed its investigation into a brutal murder in Cherykau.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarus and Indonesia Sign Agreements Worth $427 Million
Belarus and Indonesia signed five memorandums of understanding at the enterprise level following a meeting
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarusian Breweries Increased Revenue in 2025, but Profit Growth Was Mixed
Belarusian breweries increased their revenue in 2025, although only one company posted significant profit growth.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarusian Potash Supplies to China Exceed Half a Billion Dollars in Four Months
Supplies of Belarusian potash to China increased in January–April, according to Chinese customs statistics
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
US Reduces Number of Brigade Combat Teams in Europe
The United States has reduced the number of brigade combat teams stationed in Europe from four to three
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarusian Volunteer Tsikhan Kliukach Killed in Ukraine
Belarusian volunteer and former political prisoner Tsikhan Kliukach was killed in Ukraine on May 9.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
‘Culture Captive to the Past’: Interdisciplinary Academic Conference to Be Held in Vilnius
The Vilnius Belarusian Museum named after Ivan Luckievich is inviting scholars from the humanities and
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarusian Woman Detained at Minsk’s Request Able to Leave Italy
Belarusian and Polish citizen Karina Zdanievich-Spychalska, detained in Italy in February on the basis
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
More Than 20 Forestry Ministry Employees Detained in Corruption Cases
More than 20 employees of the Belarusian Forestry Ministry were detained in criminal cases in March and
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
National Art Museum of Belarus Acquires Unique Exhibit — Slutsk Belt More Than Four Metres Long
A complete Slutsk belt measuring 4 metres and 60 centimetres in length, acquired from a private individual
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Syrskyi Calls Threat From Belarus Real
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi considers the threat of a Russian
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarusian Says He Was Tricked Into Signing Contract With Russian Defense Ministry
A resident of the village of Zamshena in the Liozna district, Aliaksandr Lazukou, says he traveled to
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarus Develops Acoustic System for Detecting Fibre-Optic Drones
Company “InnoTech Solutions” has developed the ALS “SCANNER 2.1” acoustic system, which effectively detects
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarusian Ordered to Repay 77,000 Rubles After Returning From Abroad
A Belarusian man left the country and was considered missing for several years, while his children received
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Ukraine Apologises to Baltic States for “Unintentional Incidents” Involving Drones
Ukraine apologised to the Baltic states for incidents involving Ukrainian drones entering their airspace
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Stadler Trains Return to Minsk–Rudziensk Route
Stadler urban electric trains have resumed service between Minsk and Rudziensk. Belarusian Railways returned
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belintersat to Organise Access to Russian Satellite Internet
Belarusian satellite operator “Belintersat” has signed an agreement with Russian company “
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarus Shipped 4.1 Million Tonnes of Cargo Through Russian Ports in January–March
Belarus shipped 4.1 million tonnes of export cargo through Russian ports in January–March. The figure
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Latushka Issues Statement Following Coordination Council Election
Pavel Latushka issued a statement following the Coordination Council election. His “Latushka Coalition
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Liber Estimates Cost of DDoS Attacks on Coordination Council Election Platform
DDoS attacks on the platform used for the Coordination Council election may have cost up to €200,000.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
NATO Fighter Jet Shoots Down Drone in Estonian Airspace
At around midday today, a NATO fighter jet patrolling the airspace of the Baltic states shot down a drone
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Dollar, Euro and Yuan Decline on BCSE on May 19
Trading on the Belarusian Currency and Stock Exchange on May 19 ended with declines in the US dollar
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarusian Government to Hold Competition to Create Country’s Tourism Symbol
The Presidium of the Council of Ministers has decided to hold the national competition “Image of Belarus.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Ryzhankou Bids Farewell to Venezuelan Ambassador
Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhankou held a meeting today with Venezuela’s Ambassador to Belarus Franklin
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Ryzhankou and Lavrov Discuss Schedule of Contacts
Belarusian Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhankou held a phone conversation with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
2,113 People Voted in the Coordination Council Election, Latushka Bloc Receives the Most Votes
Voting in the election to the Coordination Council has concluded. According to data from the voting platform
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Belarus and China to Hold Interregional Forums
First Deputy Prime Minister Mikalai Snapkou met today with Deputy Governor of China’s Gansu Province
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Ministry of Information Updates List of “Extremist Materials”
The ministry has updated its list of “extremist materials”. Several court rulings issued on May 15 recognising
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Lawyer Says Kandrotas, Who Left for Belarus, Has Been Hospitalised
The Vilnius Regional Court was due to begin hearing the appeal today of Antanas Kandrotas, also known
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Poland Granted International Protection to 127 Belarusian Citizens in April
Poland granted international protection to 127 Belarusian citizens in April, according to statistics
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Emergency Ministry Summarises Storm Damage in Minsk Region
Rescue workers in Minsk Region were dispatched 14 times on Monday to cut and remove fallen trees.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Minsk Resident Dies After Drinking Plant Growth Accelerator in Stolin District
A 58-year-old man from the capital died in Stolin District after being poisoned by a growth accelerator.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Пусковая установка Ярс
Russia Announces Exercise on Preparation and Use of Nuclear Forces
Russia’s Ministry of Defence will conduct an exercise on May 19–21 focused on the preparation and use
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Poczobut to Address the European Parliament
Former political prisoner and journalist Andrzej Poczobut will address the European Parliament in June.
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Government Approves Procedure for Monitoring Compliance With Military Transport Obligations
The Council of Ministers, by Resolution No. 249 dated May 15, approved the Regulation on the Procedure
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
MART Raises Price of Gas for Refilling Gas Cylinders
The Ministry of Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade (MART), by Resolution No. 29 dated May 7, has increased
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)
Surrealist World and Van Gogh’s Ear: Belarusian Director Yury Dzivakou Stages New Production in Warsaw — Photo Report
Belarusian director Yury Dzivakou has staged a surrealist children’s production, “Ucho”, at the Guliwer
REFORM.news (formerly REFORM.by)