In a significant development between Belarus and Lithuania, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko stated that the process of returning trucks to Lithuania would commence on Monday. This announcement came after a meeting between Belarusian government officials, led by Prime Minister Alexander Turchin, and representatives from Lithuanian and Polish transportation companies whose trucks had been held in Belarus. Lukashenko emphasized the importance of human dialogue, suggesting that the discussion at the negotiation table was productive and ultimately led to this decision.

During the negotiations, Turchin expressed that although there was a possibility to confiscate the vehicles, Belarus had no intention of proceeding with such an action. This statement reflects a diplomatic approach, highlighting Belarus's willingness to cooperate with its neighboring countries rather than escalate tensions. The talks are part of broader efforts to resolve issues relating to cross-border transportation logistics that have been complicated by recent geopolitical events.

Despite the announcement, the future of the trucks that are still stranded in Belarus remains uncertain as the Belarusian Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Sekreta remarked that definitive decisions regarding Lithuanian-registered trucks will be communicated to partners in Lithuania and Poland. This uncertainty indicates ongoing complexities in the transport sector that could affect trade relations, underlining the need for continued dialogue between the countries involved.