The release of the prisoners coincides with talks between Minsk and the United States. The two nations are negotiating the liberation of prisoners in exchange for relief from sanctions imposed by Washington.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Lukashenko Pardons 15 Prisoners for US Sanctions Relief
Geopolitics26 days ago
A clemency decree in Belarus has released a group of inmates on political charges. President Alexander Lukashenko signed the order to pardon 15 people, including 10 women and 13 individuals previously convicted under extremism laws, state media reported.
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