Belarus
Political tensions and security concerns mount as Paris Olympics begin
As the Paris 2024 Olympics prepare to open, the event is facing a complex web of political tensions and security concerns, with reports of potential threats to the event putting the French organisers on high alert.
German sentenced to death by Minsk may be part of Kremlin’s prisoner swap deal preparations
A Belarusian court has sentenced German citizen Rico Krieger to death on terrorism changes. But observers believe Krieger’s case is linked to the Kremlin's preparation for a prisoner swap deal.
Belarus' inflation up to 5.8% in June
Inflation in Belarus rose by 0.6% month-on-month (m/m) in June, with an annual rate of 5.8%, as reported by the National Statistical Committee (Belstat) on July 12. (chart)
Eurasian Development Bank forecasts robust economic growth for member states in 2024
Growth is expected to remain strong in the three Central Asian economies, but to moderate in Armenia, Belarus and Russia.
wiiw sees brighter growth prospects for ‘resilient’ Emerging Europe
Growth is mainly driven by a strong rise in real wages, leading to higher private consumption, while EU members are showing resilience in the face of Germany's economic downturn.
EU expands sanctions regime on Belarus
The Council of the European Union adopted a new set of sanctions targeting the Belarusian economy, aiming to replicate some of the restrictive measures imposed on Russia and inhibt the republic’s role as a transit route for sanctioned goods.
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Russia and Iran face long waits for McDonald's due to international disputes
In today's globalised food industry, the golden arches of McDonald's have become as recognisable as the stars and stripes of the American flag.
German, French luxury carmakers lobby EU to hold off on export restrictions to Belarus
The German and French makers of luxury cars are lobbying the EU to prevent sanctions on exports of their products to Belarus, which eventually end up in Russia.
Polish soldier stabbed at Belarusian border dies
The government is already facing attacks by the opposition over news that three soldiers were detained a few weeks ago at the border after firing warning shots.
Suicide fighters training in Afghanistan religious schools a danger to CSTO nations, warns likely next Tajik leader
Rustam Emomali says dozens of extremist and terrorist groups have strengthened positions on Afghan soil despite Taliban claiming to have things under control.
Poland to restrict movement in border zone near Belarus
Warsaw says that the Belarusian authorities are orchestrating the migrants' movements in a “hybrid war” aiming to destabilise Poland.
Poland brings back controversial commission to probe Russian and Belarusian influence
Poland has recently detained nine individuals for allegedly carrying out sabotage operations directed by Russian intelligence.
Iran sends military to Belarus for first time since USSR’s collapse
For the first time in over three decades, Iran has officially appointed a new military attaché to Belarus, marking a significant step in the two countries' diplomatic and military relations.
Former Nexta editor Protasevich says he owes Belarus authorities $7.6mn in damages
The former editor in chief of social media channel Nexta Roman Protasevich says he owes the Belarusian authorities $7.6mn in damages.
A private company is building Belarus President Lukashenko a luxurious bolthole in Russia's Sochi – investigation
A private company linked to Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is reportedly constructing a luxurious bolthole with hotel, restaurant and chalets in Russia’s mountainous village of Krasnaya Polyana, near Sochi, a joint investigation found.
Polish judge shows up in Minsk asking for political asylum
Judge Tomasz Szmydt says he is protesting against the actions of the Polish authorities that could potentially lead to military conflict with Belarus and Russia.