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The Latest Breaking News from Belarus

Belarus keeps up crackdown on dissent even as authorities free some prisoners, rights group says

Authorities in Belarus continue their crackdown on dissent even as they release some of the prisoners

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2025

Iranian Toddler Slammed Headfirst to the Ground by Man at Moscow Airport Miraculously Wakes From Coma

The 31-year-old Belarusian man, who was under the influence of drugs, was arrested and charged with attempted murder of a child.

Latin Times · Jun 26, 2025

Emaciated after 5 years in prison, Belarusian dissident Tsikhanouski vows to fight on

Belarusian dissident Siarhei Tsihanouski says he was held in solitary confinement, in conditions similar to torture, during five years in prison

The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2025

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Freed Belarus Opposition Figure Urges Trump To Help Release All Prisoners

Belarus opposition figure Sergei Tikhanovsky, who was released following an appeal from the White House, said Sunday that US President Donald Trump could secure the freedom of all Belarusian political prisoners.

International Business Times · Jun 22, 2025

Starmer welcomes release of Belarusian opposition leader’s husband

Siarhei Tsikhanouski is a key dissident figure and the husband of exiled opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya.

Evening Standard · Jun 21, 2025

Belarus Opposition Leader Freed From Jail After US Mediation

Belarus's top jailed opposition leader Sergei Tikhanovsky was freed alongside over a dozen other political prisoners on Saturday in a surprise release hailed as a "symbol of hope".

International Business Times · Jun 21, 2025

Exclusive: Belarus releases political prisoners, including opposition leader Siarhei Tsikhanouski

The Belarus president pardoned several prisoners on Saturday during the visit of US special envoy Keith Kellogg in a move to ease tensions with the West.

Euronews · Jun 21, 2025

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Belarus opposition leader Siarhei Tsikhanouski freed from jail, says wife

Tsikhanousk’s arrest and activism sparked unprecedented protests in Belarus, challenging Lukashenko’s decades-long rule.

Al Jazeera · Jun 21, 2025

‘My husband is free!’ Belarus opposition leader freed after nearly five years in jail

Syarhei Tsikhanouski arrested shortly after announcing candidacy in rigged 2020 election won by Lukashenko

The Guardian - UK · Jun 21, 2025

Tartan Army hit out at UEFA over Belarus World Cup qualifier ban

Tartan Army chiefs are fuming at being locked out of Belarus' stadium for the away World Cup qualifier

The National (Scotland) · Jun 19, 2025

Tsikhanouskaya says Lukashenka 'cannot be trusted' if US envoy travels to Belarus

US envoy Keith Kellogg is reportedly due to travel to Minsk to discuss Russia's war in Ukraine with Belarus President Aliaksandr Lukashenka.

Euronews · Jun 18, 2025

SFA urged to challenge UEFA over 'disgraceful' Scotland away fan ban in key qualifier

The SFA have been urged to challenge UEFA over the “disgraceful” decision to ban Scotland fans from attending the World Cup qualifier against…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 18, 2025

Poland adds minefields to 'East Shield' protective barrier with Russia and Belarus

Authorities in Warsaw say they have added minefields to the "East Shield" project, the name given to the protective barrier at the border with Russia and Belarus. Construction began in November last year and now occurs year-round, seven days a week.

Euronews · Jun 17, 2025

Reason Tartan Army locked out of Belarus vs Scotland clash

Reason Tartan Army locked out of Belarus vs Scotland revealed

The National (Scotland) · Jun 17, 2025

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Euronews · Jun 13, 2025

Russia might use Belarus to attack the Baltics, but Belarusians will not do it, Tsikhanouskaya says

Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya told Euronews that her country might be used as a launchpad to attack and invade the Baltic states, but the people of Belarus will not go to war against their neighbours.

The Independent UK · Jun 9, 2025

Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners of war as fighting continues

Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner of war exchange involving people under 25, a result of direct talks in Istanbul on June 2, with plans for larger swaps to follow. The exchange aims to repatriate at least 1,200 POWs on each side and return the bodies of those killed, a…

PC Gamer · Jun 5, 2025

Russia says it won't arrest players after seizing the studio behind the Russian World of Tanks offshoot, accusing it of funnelling funds to Ukraine

Based on, charitably, very little evidence.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 3, 2025

Belarus see late FIFA plea for Scotland visit rejected

FIFA have rejected a late plea from Belarus to play their World Cup game against Scotland in September at their brand new stadium in Minsk.

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We Got This Covered · May 29, 2025

Panicking Putin begs Belarus for potatoes, delays promised ‘unstoppable’ missiles

Russia has needed potatoes for some time.

Euronews · May 22, 2025

European Parliament backs steep tariff on Russian and Belarusian fertilisers

The European Parliament has approved a proposal to impose steep tariffs on Russian and Belarusian fertilisers and agricultural products, sparking concern among European farmers about the potential fallout.

Euronews · May 21, 2025

Polish parliament votes to extend asylum suspension at Belarus border

The regulation, adopted in March, allows Polish authorities to temporarily suspend the asylum rights of migrants arriving in the country via Belarus.

The Conversation · May 21, 2025

Russia’s invasion united different parts of Ukraine against a common enemy – 3 years on, that unanimity still holds

When Russia invaded Ukraine in the spring of 2022, President Vladimir Putin incorrectly assumed it would be a swift takeover.

The National (Scotland) · May 20, 2025

Premier League defender set to make Scotland return in time for World Cup qualifiers

Steve Clarke is hopeful that Aaron Hickey will be available for Scotland’s opening World Cup qualifiers against Denmark and Belarus in September.

Al Jazeera · May 19, 2025

Lithuania files case against Belarus at ICJ over alleged people smuggling

The Baltic nation is seeking damages, including compensation for border reinforcement costs.

Euronews · May 19, 2025

Lithuania takes Belarus to top UN court over allegations of migrant smuggling

Vilnius claims Belarusian authorities orchestrated flights from the Middle East and escorted migrants to the border, forcing them to cross illegally.

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