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Belarus faces ongoing political repression, with recent prisoner deaths and arrests highlighting the regime's brutal tactics. President Lukashenko has pardoned some prisoners but continues to detain nearly 1,200 political prisoners amid protests and international criticism. The story underscores Belarus's persistent authoritarianism.
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Belarus freed 52 political prisoners on September 11 following US-brokered negotiations, including opposition figures, journalists, and foreigners. Most crossed into Lithuania, but over 1,200 remain detained. The move signals a tentative thaw in Belarus-US relations amid ongoing repression.
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On Thursday, Russian Su-30 fighter and IL-78 refuelling aircraft entered Lithuanian airspace for 18 seconds during a possible refuelling exercise, prompting NATO response and Lithuanian protests. Russia denied the incursion, which follows recent airspace violations in the region.