Surprising Guests at Belarus-Russia War Games: Two American Observers
The invitation by Belarus came as its autocratic leader has been trying to improve relations with the Trump administration, which has been receptive.
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UK fighters to fly air defence missions over Poland – as it happened
This live blog is closed.Russia-Belarus military exercise stirs up unease in Europe’s leadersEU trade spokesperson Olof Gill also defended the EU’s sanctions from criticism that they are not going far enough.He said:“Our assessment is that the successi…
Belarus frees 52 political prisoners, including foreigners, after visit by US delegation
Move seen as effort to win US favour and sanctions relief, as crackdown on dissent continuesBelarus has released 52 prisoners of various nationalities, after a visit by a US delegation to Minsk, in Alexander Lukashenko’s latest attempt to balance ties …
Belarus Frees 52 Political Prisoners and Gets a Warm Thank-You From Trump
The release came as Aleksandr Lukashenko, the country’s authoritarian leader and an ally of President Vladimir Putin of Russia, seeks to normalize ties with the Trump administration.
Drone Barrage Over Poland Was a Test for NATO, and the U.S.
A continent already on edge over the Ukraine war sees a Russian challenge to NATO readiness and to an America that wants to disengage from Europe.
Hot mic catches Putin and Xi discussing organ transplants and immortality
Live footage of private conversation between Russian president and Chinese leader aired at Beijing military paradeThe authoritarian strongmen Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have mused on how organ transplants might lead to immortality, during a brief ex…
He Left a Belarus Prison 132 Pounds Lighter, but Just as Outspoken
The release of Sergei Tikhanovsky and 13 other political prisoners in Belarus was a diplomatic win for the Trump administration.
Hours Before Putin Meeting, Trump Calls Belarusian Leader, Kremlin’s Closest Ally
President Trump referred to the authoritarian ruler of Belarus, who has been isolated by the West for years, “the highly respected President.”
Russia Says It Will Stop Abiding By INF Treaty
The United States has accused Russia of violating the pact, which expired in 2019, for more than a decade.
Putin Says Russia’s Hypersonic Missile Has Entered Service, Will Be Deployed In Belarus
President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia has commenced serial production of its newest hypersonic missile, known as Oreshnik, with confirmed plans to deploy the weapon system in Belarus before the end of 2025.This move marks a significant escalation in Russia’s ongoing efforts to modernize its strategic arsenal and is perceived as a direct challenge to NATO security in Eastern and Central