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Belarus leader Lukashenko signs pardon decree and comments on domestic issues

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko signed a decree granting a pardon. The pardon was reportedly for a woman convicted of extremism due to her 'life situation'. Separately, Lukashenko was briefed on the country's situation during a period of severe frosts and praised the police response to an incident in the Smolevichi District. In other comments, he stated he is categorically against smoking and alcohol and discussed methods to combat drunkenness among workers.

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Belarus announces domestic initiatives and international outreach for the year

Belarusian authorities have announced several domestic and international initiatives. Domestically, the government has unveiled key initiatives for the 'Year of the Belarusian Woman' and will host the Spring Festival in Minsk in 2026. Internationally, the country's Emergencies Ministry says it is ready to provide humanitarian aid to any country in an emergency. The government also reports that over 10,000 foreigners have visited this year thanks to a visa waiver program.

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Belarusian athletes compete internationally as sports body lifts restrictions

European Aquatics, the governing body for water sports in Europe, has lifted restrictions that were in place for Belarusian junior athletes. This allows them to compete in international events again. In other sports, Belarusian competitors have been active. Aliaksandr Konrad finished fourth in the Points Race at the 2026 UEC Track European Championships for cycling. In tennis, Aliaksandra Sasnovich won her first-round match at the Abu Dhabi Open to advance to the tournament's second round.

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Belarus leader Lukashenko sends condolences to Pakistan after mosque bombing

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko sent a message of condolence to the leadership of Pakistan. This was in response to a terrorist attack at a mosque in the capital city of Islamabad.