Lithuanian Authorities Detain Six Suspects Over Failed Fire Attack on Ukrainian Aid TEC News / AFP January 16, 2026 The defendants, from Spain, Colombia, Cuba, Russia, and Belarus, face up to 15 years in prison.
Belarus Leader Pardons 20 Political Prisoners Before New Year TEC News / AFP December 30, 2025 The move comes as Washington reopens channels with Minsk, pressing for broader releases while more than 1,000 detainees remain behind bars.
Russian Nuclear-Capable Hypersonic Missile Now on Duty in Belarus TEC News / AFP December 18, 2025 The hypersonic Oreshnik missile, previously used by Russia in strikes on Ukraine, has been stationed in Belarus, President Alexander Lukashenko said.
Belarusian Balloon Incursions: Lithuania Declares Nationwide Emergency TEC News December 10, 2025 Nearly 30,000 air passengers were delayed last month as smuggling balloons repeatedly forced Vilnius airport to close.
‘State of Emergency’ as Lithuania Faces Aerial Threats from Belarus TEC News December 5, 2025 Vilnius is preparing to deploy its crisis management policy, as smugglers’ balloons keep arriving from one of its hostile neighbours.
Belarus Releases More Ukrainian Prisoners TEC News / AFP November 22, 2025 Minsk pardoned 31 Ukrainian citizens as part of an agreement between President Alexander Lukashenko and U.S. President Donald Trump.
New Barriers Planned as Poland Reopens Belarus Border Points TEC News November 15, 2025 As two border crossings with Belarus reopen, Poland is introducing new fences and surveillance systems to curb illegal crossings and boost security.
Trump Nominates Envoy to Belarus Boosting Bilateral Relations with Minsk TEC News November 10, 2025 Washington aims to secure the release of more political prisoners and improve U.S.-Belarus relations.
Thousands of Vehicles Stranded After Belarus Imposes Transport Ban on Polish, Lithuanian Trucks Rebeka Kis November 4, 2025 The decree issued by Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko on October 31st escalates tensions that began after Poland and Lithuania tightened border controls in September.
UPDATE: Lithuania To Close Border with Belarus Temporarily TEC News October 27, 2025 Vilnius has extended border restrictions with Belarus, following incidents involving suspected cigarette-smuggling balloons.
