Belarus frees 123 prisoners as US lifts sanctions
Summary
Belarus released 123 prisoners, including activist Maria Kolesnikova, after the U.S. lifted sanctions on Belarus. This decision followed talks between the U.S. and Belarus, involving President Trump's envoy. The U.S. lifted sanctions related to potash, a significant Belarusian export.Key Facts
- Belarus released 123 prisoners, including prominent activist Maria Kolesnikova.
- Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski was also released.
- The U.S. lifted sanctions on potash, a major product for Belarus.
- Talks in Minsk involved U.S. President Trump's special envoy for Belarus.
- The EU and U.S. did not recognize President Lukashenko after disputed elections five years ago.
- Sanctions were tightened after Belarusian support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- The U.S. approach to Belarus contrasts with Europe's focus on sanctions and isolation.
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