The Trump administration has extended invitations to Russia and Belarus to join a proposed Gaza “Board of Peace,” with both countries confirming receipt of the offer. Russia is reviewing the invitation through diplomatic channels and hopes to clarify details with the U.S., while Belarus expressed readiness to participate, hoping the organization will expand. Alongside these countries, Argentina, Jordan, Canada, India, Egypt, Hungary, and Vietnam also received invitations, with the White House and State Department yet to release a full list. The board, chaired by Trump, aims to oversee Gaza’s governance, reconstruction, and development as part of his broader peace plan, with potential members reportedly required to pay a $1 billion fee.
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Construction work is underway on bridges near the Belarusian border in Lithuania as part of fortification measures agreed upon last July. This initiative, confirmed by the Lithuanian Armed Forces, is part of preparations for a Baltic defense line along the borders with Russia and Belarus, involving the installation of engineering structures for explosives on key bridges and roads. The military is also establishing storage sites for anti-tank obstacles, planting protective trees, and deepening irrigation ditches. Officials are aiming to balance defensive actions with a need to avoid causing panic, emphasizing the importance of consistent communication and long-term preparedness, as stated by Major Gintautas Ciunis of the Lithuanian Armed Forces Strategic Communications Department.
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Russia likely placing new hypersonic missiles at former airbase in Belarus, researchers find, and the news has a definite weight to it, doesn’t it? The core of the matter centers on the potential deployment of these new, nuclear-capable hypersonic ballistic missiles at an old airbase in eastern Belarus. This isn’t just about putting more hardware on a map; it’s about reshaping the balance of power, especially considering the implications for European security. And, well, let’s be honest, the word “hypersonic” itself often feels like a bit of a loaded buzzword, right?
The researchers, Jeffrey Lewis and Decker Eveleth, have zeroed in on the deployment, basing their assessment on satellite imagery from Planet Labs.… Continue reading
Zelenskiy says Russia using Belarus territory to circumvent Ukrainian defences, and this is certainly a significant development in the ongoing conflict. We’re talking about a situation where Russia might be exploiting Belarus’s geographical proximity and, perhaps, political alignment, to gain a tactical advantage. This isn’t necessarily new, since the provided information suggests that Belarus has been complicit since the invasion’s outset in 2022. The implication is clear: Russia is potentially using Belarus as a springboard to launch attacks, reposition troops, or bypass Ukrainian defensive lines. This could come in the form of missiles or, as the text seems to imply, with more insidious tactics.… Continue reading
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that equipment used to guide Shahed drones towards targets in Ukraine is being installed near the Belarusian border, even on residential buildings. This equipment is reportedly assisting in directing the drones towards Ukraine’s western regions. According to military communications expert Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov, the drones are guided from Belarusian territory, and attacks are focused on disrupting the Kyiv-Kovel railway line. Zelenskyy also announced plans to modernize drone distribution to Ukrainian military units following criticism regarding their supply.
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Belarus has released 123 prisoners, including prominent opposition figures like Maria Kolesnikova and Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski. This release follows an agreement with the US to lift sanctions on Belarus, specifically concerning potash exports, a significant economic move. While some prisoners were transported to Lithuania, the majority were sent to Ukraine, highlighting an unexpected arrangement. The move is viewed as a major diplomatic victory for Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has faced international criticism and non-recognition as president.
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Lithuania’s Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė announced the indefinite closure of the border with Belarus, citing incidents involving weather balloons. The closure includes exceptions for diplomats, diplomatic pouches, and the return of Lithuanian and EU citizens from Belarus. The Lithuanian military has been destroying the balloons and monitoring their flight paths, allowing for precise action and airport operation adjustments. This decision comes after the border has been closed multiple times due to the balloon incidents, reflecting a long-standing consideration of border restrictions.
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Belarus has warned the world is “one minute to doomsday” as it takes delivery of Russian nuclear warheads, potentially capable of reaching London within eight minutes. Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov stated that the Doomsday Clock is closer to midnight than ever before, while President Lukashenko confirmed the arrival of Russian Oreshnik missiles. The deployment of these weapons near Belarus’s borders with NATO countries has heightened tensions. Simultaneously, NATO conducted a military exercise in the North Sea, demonstrating its strength.
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Poland has reopened two border crossings with Belarus, allowing passenger and freight transport. The Polish Embassy in Minsk is strongly advising against travel to Belarus due to heightened tensions, military activity, and instances of arbitrary arrests of Polish citizens. Polish citizens currently in Belarus are urged to depart immediately using available transport options. This action follows the closure of all Poland-Belarus border crossings since September 12th, which was a result of joint military exercises.
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On Monday, September 15th, American military officers observed the joint Russian-Belarusian military exercise Zapad-2025. Belarusian Defence Minister Viktor Khrenin welcomed the US officers, offering them access to view any aspect of the exercise, a gesture described as a surprise. The Belarusian Defence Ministry reported the presence of the US officers alongside representatives from 23 other countries, including NATO members. This event signals a potential warming of relations between the United States and Belarus, a close ally of Russia, amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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