The United States is trying to improve its relationship with Belarus, a country known for its strict government. President Donald Trump has chosen John Coale to be the special envoy to Belarus. Coale's job will be to negotiate the release of more prisoners held in Belarus. Belarus has a long history of tense relations with the U. S. The U. S. closed its embassy in B...
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is in a tough spot. He's balancing his country's safety with Russia's influence. Belarus is right next to Russia, with Ukraine and three NATO countries nearby. Lukashenko let Russian forces use Belarus to attack Ukraine but kept his own troops out. He's worried about NATO getting involved and losing his power. Recently, he d...
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has a long history with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. They've known each other for years and meet frequently. Recently, at the Brics summit, Lukashenko was asked about claims that North Korea had sent troops to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine. He called it "rubbish. " He believes Putin wouldn't try to involve another count...