Alexander Lukashenko
Belarus frees 25 more prisoners in return for easing of US sanctions
Coale told Reuters on Wednesday he expects to visit the country again around one month from now, hoping to secure the release of hundreds more prisoners.
Russia pumps up pressure on Belarus to open new front in Ukraine war, eyes anti-NATO ops. - WSJ
Putin calls Maduro, Lukashenko meets Venezuela envoy as Trump cranks up pressure
Belarus frees 52 prisoners after Trump appeal, US eases some sanctions on Minsk
Lukashenko says Belarus may submit new Eurovision entry after backlash
"They are starting to press us on all fronts. Even at Eurovision, I see," Lukashenko said, in his first public comments about the backlash to the anti-protest anthem.
Unit of Belarus nuclear plant taken offline after safety system triggered
The plant was previously taken offline shortly after being formally inaugurated by President Alexander Lukashenko.
Belarus fines Holocaust survivor displaying symbolic protest flag
“Lukashenko’s regime has trampled on the most basic human freedoms, destroyed the foundations of humanity and the rule of law in the country.”
Belarus' Lukashenko to resign following adoption of new constitution
He said the current constitution needed reforming as too much power was concentrated in the hands of the president and that there would be "trouble" if he handed over the reins now.
Belarus Interior Ministry: Army will use lethal force on protesters
"Interior affairs servicemen and the interior troops will not leave the streets and, if necessary, will use special equipment and live ammunition."
Tens of thousands people rally in Minsk, police use watercannon
Belarusian police have used water cannon mounted on armoured police vehicles to disperse protesters and detained scores of protesters.