President Aleksandr Lukashenko of Belarus has been surrounded by speculation that his country could be pressed into providing more support for Russia.
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Belarus Puts Exiled Opposition Leader on Trial for Treason
Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, now based in Lithuania, denounced the proceedings as a “farce,” adding that her government-appointed defense lawyer had not responded to her attempts at contact.
Australian Open Bans Russian, Belarusian Flags
Tennis has struggled with its response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which Belarus has supported.
Now Fighting for Ukraine: Volunteers Seeking Revenge Against Russia
Chechens, Crimean Tatars and people from the former Soviet republics, all with deep historical grievances against Moscow, are eagerly taking up arms for Kyiv.
Belarus Leader Visits a Military Base Where Russian Forces Are Stationed
Concerns have mounted in recent weeks that Moscow could try to draw Belarus, Ukraine’s northern neighbor, more directly into the war.
Some European Nations See Warmest Start to the Year Ever Measured
Countries across the continent saw the warmest start to the year ever measured. The weather has forced ski resorts to close trails, with sparser than usual snow cover.
Some European Nations See Warmest Start to the Year Ever Measured
Countries across the continent saw the warmest start to the year ever measured. The weather has forced ski resorts to close trails, with sparser than usual snow cover.
Ukraine and Russia Battle for a Gateway City in the East
Recapturing Kreminna, in eastern Ukraine, would be a step further in Ukraine’s campaign to retake major cities that Russia seized after it invaded.
Lukashenko and Putin Affirm Their Close Ties Without Mention of Ukraine
Their meeting could add to fears that Moscow will try to draw Belarus, Ukraine’s northern neighbor, more directly into the war.
Threat of Invasion From Belarus Low, Says Ukraine Spy Chief
In a wide-ranging interview on the state of the war, Kyrylo Budanov also spoke about Russia-Iran relations and Moscow’s obsession with taking the city of Bakhmut.