Belarus

Russian and Belarusian Biathletes Excluded from 2026 Olympics

American Artist Brandon Howard Joins Russia's Intervision Song Contest

The American artist Brandon Howard is participating in the revived Russian music competition "Intervision song contest". This is reported by Sveriges Radio's Kulturnytt, which cites the site Politico.

Belarus and Iran Sign Agreements to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Belarus and Iran have on Wednesday signed new agreements to strengthen the ties between the countries.

Germany Criticizes Russia's Ban on EVZ Foundation

The German government condemns Russia's ban on the German Foundation Remembrance, Responsibility and Future (EVZ), which pays compensation to the victims of the German Nazi regime's crimes.

Ukraine and Russia Conduct Prisoner Exchange Amid Ongoing Conflict

Russia and Ukraine have on Thursday exchanged 84 prisoners of war each, the two countries report. At the same time, Ukraine is expanding its evacuation order while Russia is pushing on in Donetsk.

Lithuania Trains Children in Drone Skills Amid Russian Threats

Children in Lithuania are to be educated in building and handling drones, as part of an initiative to handle possible threats from Russia.

Putin and Trump Meet at Historic Elmendorf-Richardson Base

During the Cold War, the military base Elmendorf-Richardson was called "particularly important" for the US defense against the then Soviet Union. On Friday, Vladimir Putin will be the first Russian president to visit the base.

Lukashenko Indicates He Won't Run in Next Belarus Election