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Video: Belarus frees prisoners after US lifts potash sanctions

Video: Belarus frees prisoners after US lifts potash sanctions

Summary

Belarus released prisoners as part of a deal with the United States, which then lifted potash sanctions on Belarus. Notable individuals released include Ales Bialiatsky and Maria Kolesnikova.

Key Facts

  • Belarus freed prisoners following an agreement with the United States.
  • The U.S. removed sanctions on potash, a mineral used in fertilizers, from Belarus.
  • Ales Bialiatsky, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, was among those released.
  • Maria Kolesnikova, a known activist, was also freed.
  • Released prisoners reunited with their families in Ukraine and Lithuania.
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