17:23 KGB interferes with registration of Christian Democrats

KGB officers are trying to intimidate members of the Organizing committee for foundation of the Belarusian Christian Democracy party.

16:37 Authorities found Franak Vyachorka able-bodied for military service

A trial over the case of youth leader Franak Vyachorka was closed in absence behind the closed doors last week.

16:35 Human rights centre “Viasna” tries to register again

Human rights activists press for registration under a new name, “Nasha Viasna”.

14:39 Last year adverse balance of trade of Belarus was $6.2 bn

It has been stated by the head of the State Customs Committee Alyaksandr Shpileuski.

13:56 Who sees liberalization?

Certain western politicians note political and economic liberalization in Belarus.

13:32 Shushkevich: West should prevent visit of Belarusian dictator to Prague

If Western politicians intend to defend democratic principles, they should not retract from the policy of isolation of Alyaksandr Lukashenka and invite him to the EU summit in Prague.

13:24 Swedish Helsinki Committee: Belarusian regime shows great ingenuity in looking for new ways of opposition persecution

Human rights activists and politicians of Europe stand against the repressive call-up of democratic activists of Belarus.

12:51 Postmen made subscribe to “Sovetskaya Belorussia”

Officers of Brest Belpochta are made to subscribe to a press organ of the Lukashenka’s administration – “Sovetskaya Belorussia” newspaper.

12:38 Militia hindered marking of students day (Photo)

Vitsebsk militiamen hindered holding of a street action of the youth dedicated to Tatiana Day and Students Day.

12:23 “Council on Human Rights” created by Lukashenka’s administration

It is known that representatives of the public association “Belarusian Helsinki Committee” are invited to this “council”.

11:45 Representative of US Department of State left Minsk. Zeltser is still in prison

A representative of the US Department of State left Belarus after his visit to Minsk.

11:19 Ukraine wonders why its “reunification” with Russia celebrated in Minsk

The Ukrainian side refused to take part in organising an exhibition dedicated to 355 anniversary of “reunification” of Ukraine and Russia.

10:43 Americans gave the lie to Belarusian regime

The Belarusian authorities tried to deceive the OSCE by saying activist of the civil campaign “European Belarus” Alyaksandr Barazenka was released without being sentenced after the trial in the case of 14.

10:41 Russia denied Lukashenka new 100 billion ruble loan

Russian authorities have denied the appeal of the official Minsk to grant a new loan.

9:05 Builder suffering revenge for strike

The administration of Mahilou building department #129 warned Mikalai Rasyuk, activist of the Free Trade Union of Belarus, he may be dismissed.