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Lithuania's government has prepared a proposal to the president urging the denouncement of a 2010 agreement with Belarus concerning border crossings.

Amidst expectations following A. Lukashenko's announcement to return trucks stuck in Belarus, there's still no official confirmation of this plan.

Lithuanian border authorities report not turning back illegal migrants from Belarus, amidst similar actions by neighboring Latvia and Poland.

The article discusses the Belarusian government's propaganda accusing Poland of attempting to destabilize Belarus to reclaim territories like Grodno and Lviv.

The article discusses the significance of country names, highlighting how they reflect political changes, historical heritage, and national identity.

An independent journalist reflects on the apolitical nature of Belarusian families in Latvia amid political tensions.

The article discusses the implications of the US easing sanctions on Belarus and highlights comments from Lithuania's presidential advisor regarding the lack of pressure to change sanctions policy from the Trump administration.

US special envoy John Coale's recent visit to Lithuania has sparked discussions regarding Belarusian relations, particularly focusing on issues such as fertilizers and diplomatic channels.

The United States has lifted sanctions on two Belarusian banks and the Ministry of Finance along with Belarusian potash fertilizer companies following discussions with President Alexander Lukashenko.

Belarusian human rights activist Marija Kolesnikowa, who was imprisoned for five years and recently released, spoke in Germany after receiving the Karlspreis.

A British historian argues that Litvinism, the theory claiming Belarus as the true Lithuania, is unfounded but acknowledges Belarusians' claims to the heritage of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.

Latvian border guards turned back 30 migrants over the weekend while Polish border guards turned back 33, with a total of 76 illegal migrants denied entry to Lithuania this year.

On March 22, operations at Vilnius Airport were briefly suspended due to navigation issues caused by Belarusian hybrid attacks involving balloons.

Svetlana Alexievich reflects on her Belarusian roots and the challenges of reconciling with the future while overcoming hatred.

Flights at Vilnius Airport have been suspended due to unidentified objects in the airspace, affecting multiple flights.

Lithuanian border guards successfully intercepted 11 foreigners attempting to illegally cross from Belarus into the European Union.

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko announced he might allow Lithuanian and Polish trucks to return home by early next week.

Lithuanian customs officials discovered a significant stash of illegal cigarettes hidden within a Belarusian citizen's car during a routine inspection at a border checkpoint.

Lithuanian customs officials discovered contraband cigarettes worth over 60,000 euros hidden in a Belarusian's car during a routine check.

Lithuanian border guards (VSAT) have detained a group of 11 migrants who attempted to cross from Belarus into Lithuania, allegedly accompanied by individuals connected to Belarusian security services.

Lithuanian border guards pursued a group of 11 illegal migrants from Belarus who attempted to breach the border with the help of accomplices.

Lithuanian border officials turned back 18 illegal migrants attempting to cross from Belarus, while Latvia reported no illegal migrant activity.

Lithanian border authorities have recently turned back 18 illegal migrants attempting to cross from Belarus, highlighting ongoing border management issues.

Nobel laureate Ales Bialyacki asserts that imprisoned dissidents are fighters for their beliefs rather than victims, emphasizing the strength of their resistance.

Latvia's Foreign Minister Baiba Braže emphasizes the country's unwavering support for enhancing sanctions against Belarus in response to the regime's repressive policies and aggression towards Ukraine.

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, the Belarusian opposition leader, plans to establish a mission of the Belarusian democratic forces in Ukraine ahead of Belarus's Freedom Day.

Belarus' President Alexander Lukashenko revealed plans for a significant deal with the United States, expressing his commitment to engage in discussions regarding various issues.

US special envoy to Belarus, John Coale, met with Lithuanian officials, including Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė and several members of parliament, discussing sanctions against Belarus.

A Belarusian blogger falsely claims that life in Latvia is dire compared to the wealth in Belarus, attracting widespread attention on social media.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has announced efforts to combat balloon smuggling, coinciding with the release of political prisoners and U.S.-Belarus discussions.

Belarusian leader A. Lukashenko claims that U.S. representatives proposed a significant agreement during negotiations.

Belarus has announced plans to return trucks belonging to Lithuanian and Polish carriers that were previously detained in Belarusian territory after diplomatic negotiations.

Lithuania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed its commitment to implementing sanctions against Belarus, despite the recent lifting of some US sanctions.

Lithuania's stance on U.S. sanctions against Belarus is cautious, with officials emphasizing the need to understand U.S. objectives before interpreting its decision.

Eurojust and various European and Ukrainian institutions will focus on illegal transfers of Ukrainian children to Russia and Belarus.

India aims to increase fertilizer imports from Russia and Belarus to mitigate potential supply shortages caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

The article reports on two freight trucks registered in Lithuania that were caught trying to circumvent sanctions by using double license plates to transport goods from the Netherlands to Russia.

J. Coale, a U.S. envoy, reported making significant headway in discussions aimed at reconciling issues between Lithuania and Belarus.

Lithuanian politician V. Čmilytė-Nielsen criticized the recent U.S. decision to lift sanctions on Belarus, stating it poses a threat to NATO's eastern flank.

Belarusian dictator Aleksandr Lukashenko has released a new group of political prisoners after talks with the U.S., but opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya warns against legitimizing his regime.

US envoy John Coale has reported significant progress in improving relations between Belarus and Lithuania, following the release of political prisoners by Belarus.

A Latvian court sentenced a Moldovan citizen to four years and six months in prison for illegally transporting migrants who crossed the Belarus-Latvia border.

Belarusian biathlete Darja Dolidovitš shares her journey of fleeing her home country, her struggles with depression upon arriving in Poland, and her historic participation in the World Cup as a member of a refugee team.

The leader of the Liberal party in Lithuania asserts that the recent lifting of certain U.S. sanctions on Belarus should not influence Lithuania's stance, which remains committed to European decisions regarding sanctions.

The article discusses the release of political prisoners in Belarus and critiques Polish diplomacy in relation to these events.

This article reports that no illegal migrants were recorded crossing into Lithuania from Belarus, with some attempts being turned back by border guards in Latvia.

The Polish Border Guard denies reports of around 150 migrants forcibly crossing the Polish-Belarusian border and attacking border officers, urging the public to refrain from spreading unverified information.

Minsk authorities have released 250 political prisoners, with some immediately fleeing to Lithuania, while the fate of notable journalist Andrzej Poczobut remains uncertain.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda highlighted the divergent approaches of the US and the EU towards sanctions on Belarus amid the backdrop of political prisoner releases.

A group of political prisoners from Belarus has arrived in Lithuania, facilitated by Lithuanian authorities, amidst ongoing discussions about sanctions involving Belarusian banks by the US.