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Belarus forcibly deported political prisoners after U.S. deal, opposition says

Belarus has forcibly deported political prisoners released in a U.S.-led deal, according to opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya

The Independent UK

Russia and Belarus begin military drills days after Poland shot down drones

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Russia flexes its military muscles at NATO’s doorstep days after sending drones to Poland

Poland closed all border crossings with Belarus as the joint Russia-Belarus military exercises Zapad-2025 begin at NATO’s doorstep. Moscow and Minks claim the drills simulate repelling an attack against Russia and Belarus. But Zapad-2021 masked Russia’s preparations for its invasion of Ukraine.

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Nato on high alert as Russia and Belarus start military drills on Polish border

The manoeuvres come two days after the unprecedented violation of Polish airspace by Russian attack drones

The Independent UK

Russian drones force Europe to defend itself, perhaps alone, as Putin puts 'down a marker' to NATO

In the years since Russia invaded Ukraine, NATO has focused on defending its own territory first and resisted lower-level harassment from Russia, like acts of sabotage and intimidation

The Independent UK

Concern in the West as Russia and Belarus launch military exercise with thousands of troops

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The Independent UK

Russia and Belarus launch military exercise that fueled Western concerns

Russia and Belarus have launched a long-planned joint military exercise involving thousands of troops that has raised concern in the West

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Russia says Ukraine talks paused as it launches major drills with Belarus

Moscow accuses Europe of blocking Ukraine peace talks as Donald Trump warns he may be losing patience with Putin.

Al Jazeera

Ukraine-Russia latest: Trump ‘ready to do major sanctions’ on Moscow when Nato countries stop buying Putin’s oil

Trump’s latest statement comes after US called Russia’s Polish airspace violations ‘alarming’

The Independent UK

Russia, Belarus To Stage Military Drills As West Watches Warily

Russia and its key ally Belarus are to start major joint military drills on Friday, putting NATO on edge days after Poland accused Moscow of escalating tensions by firing attack drones through its airspace.

International Business Times

Senate mounts new Russia pressure campaign

The bill would label Russia and Belarus state sponsors of terrorism.

Axios

Belarus Frees 52 Prisoners, Including Veteran Dissident, Journalists

Belarus on Thursday freed 52 political prisoners, including an EU staff member, journalists, and dissidents -- a release mediated by the United States as Minsk seeks closer ties with President Donald Trump.

International Business Times

Belarus frees 52 political prisoners, including foreigners, after visit by US delegation

Move seen as effort to win US favour and sanctions relief, as crackdown on dissent continues

The Guardian - UK

Russia and Belarus war games fuel European fears over Ukraine conflict

Russia and Belarus are set to stage a massive military exercise in mid-September and with the war in Ukraine still raging, the move has raised concern across Europe. Germany has issued military warnings, while France is quietly preparing its hospitals for the possibility of a wider conflict.

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The Independent UK

Belarus frees 52 political prisoners as US lifts sanctions on its national air airline

Belarus has freed 52 political prisoners, as the United States announced it was lifting sanctions on the isolated country’s national airline

Euronews

Belarus frees 52 prisoners after Trump’s intervention, Lithuanian president says

Belarus released 52 prisoners, including 14 foreigners, who crossed into Lithuania. Lithuanian President Nausėda thanked Trump for his support.

Euronews

Should NATO’s eastern bloc expect more drone attacks as Russia and Belarus start Zapad-2025?

On Friday, Russia and Belarus are set to begin their joint military exercises. Poland announced earlier this week that it will shut down its border with Belarus during the Zapad-2025 drills, calling them “very aggressive”. Then, Russian drones entered Polish airspace on Wednesday.

The Guardian - UK

European operation identifies alleged Belarusian spy ring

A former deputy head of Moldovan intelligence reportedly arrested for treason for ‘transmitting state secrets’

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Hungary's Viktor Orbán's rare show of solidarity with Poland rebuffed by Warsaw

In a rare statement of solidarity, Orbán said Hungary's call for peace was rational. The Polish Foreign Minister responded on social media, demanding that Hungary condemn Russian aggression and withdraw its veto over Ukraine's EU bid.

The Independent UK

War games involving Russia and Belarus start this week. What to know about the military drills

The last time Russia and Belarus held major joint military drills in 2022, Moscow sent its troops into Ukraine just days later

Al Jazeera

Poland shoots down Russian drones: Will NATO enter war in Ukraine?

Poland to invoke article 4 of the NATO treaty, calling for consultation within the alliance over security.

The Independent UK

Attorney general trashes calls from Nigel Farage to leave the ECHR

Attorney general Richard Hermer said Britain would be left in ‘splendid isolation’ with Russia and Belarus if it left the ECHR

The National (Scotland)

Why Greece lost 3-0 to Denmark - and what Scotland have to do to beat them at Hampden

Why did Greece lose 3-0 to Denmark on Monday night and what do Scotland need to do to beat them in their World Cup qualifier at Hampden next month?

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,294

Here are the key events on day 1,294 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

International Business Times UK

Was Poland Attacked by Russia? Drones, Spy Arrests, and Belarus Border Closure Explained

Poland faces Russian drones, espionage arrests, and a full Belarus border closure as Zapad-2025 drills heighten fears of wider conflict on NATO's eastern flank

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