The media pay increased attention to the situation with refugees at the border. Journalists work 24/7 at the transport and logistics center that is accommodating about 1,800 refugees.

The latest data from the National Statistics Committee of Belarus indicate that the West has totally failed to undermine the economic foundation of “Lukashenko's regime”. Belarus was definitely supposed to feel the full power of the pressure of s...

The media pay increased attention to the situation with refugees at the border. Journalists work 24/7 at the transport and logistics center that is accommodating about 1,800 refugees.

The EC experts inspected the accommodation conditions of refugees in the transport and logistics center. Now there are about 1,800 people, including many children and women.

Belarus is going to initiate the discussion of the flagrant mistreatment of refugees by Poland at an extraordinary meeting of the WHO Executive Board, Belarus' Deputy Prime Minister Igor Petrishenko said as he met with WHO Regional Director for Europ...

Belarus, together with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and UNHCR, is developing measures to return refugees from the Belarusian-Polish border, Police Colonel Aleksei Begun, told reporters.

“Manufacturers, processing enterprises, trade outlets and you should pay attention to prices for agricultural products and food. The main thing is that people with rather low salaries (although we keep our promises here) should be able to buy foods...

“The persons who are currently staying at the Belarus-Poland border have not applied to respective authorities of Belarus for refugee status or complementary protection,” Aleksei Begun said.

A total of 118 refugees left Belarus on 22 November on their own, Police Colonel Aleksei Begun, Head of the Citizenship and Migration Department of the Belarusian Internal Affairs Ministry, told reporters in Minsk on 23 November.

The aid will be delivered to the temporary accommodation center in the transport and logistics hub at the Belarusian-Polish border. The humanitarian aid includes blankets, coats, sanitary and hygienic products (masks, sanitizers, wet wipes, diapers, ...

It is expected that the cargo will include 27 medical modules: 10 basic modules of IEHK 2017 with medicines, 10 basic modules of IEHK 2017 with consumables and equipment, 3 additional modules of IEHK 2017, and 4 basic modules of NCDK 2016 to treat th...

“I am more concerned about the future, the strategy. The present is clear, we see all the good things. As for the future… We have discussed tactical and strategic issues several times. There is only one strategy – we need to ramp up our agricul...

The European Commission experts are getting familiar with the living conditions of the refugees in the logistics center. Grodno Oblast Vice Governor Viktor Pranyuk briefed the experts on food supplies and medical assistance provided for the refugees.

Igor Petrishenko said that the WHO within its mandate ensures the provision and promotion of medical care for this category of people.

“Snow and freezing weather are not normal for us. It is good that the women and children are sheltered, warm and fed. We are waiting for the border to open, we are not going back home," one of the refugees said

According to the minister, during the UN summit in 2005 the Belarusian president called for a global partnership to combat human trafficking, which marked the start of Belarus' active work in this direction.

“I am convinced that the traditionally friendly relations between our peoples and the complementarity of our economies will help us in the shortest possible time to significantly intensify cooperation in a wide range of areas,” the president said...

The parties agreed to continue Belarus-EU contacts in order to resolve the migration problem at the Belarusian-European border.

The decree approves a regulation on the governing bodies that will operate when a state of emergency is declared. The regulation combines, specifies, and expands the existing similar regulations on the joint emergency operations center and on the com...

In particular, agreements were signed between the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the UAE's Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI), between Beltamozhservice and the Italian company Saimeco Group.

Aleksandr Chervyakov named five reasons why foreign investors choose Belarus for their projects.

Hans Kluge noted that he joined a big team of WHO experts who had arrived in Belarus a few days before him. During this time, the experts managed to pay a number of visits and make several assessments, as well as arrange the delivery of the first bat...

“We did not touch people who worked for the good of Belarus, who helped people. But those who used your assistance, got funding from you and smashed everything up here - if we have not liquidated them already, we will do it in the near future. We w...

The BBC reporter asked Aleksandr Lukashenko about integration with Russia and the possible emergence of the post of the president of the Union State of Belarus and Russia.

“I am not the kind of person who exacts revenge. Remember this if you want to understand me as a person. I don't fight women, I say it often. I'm not a man of revenge, because I grew up in such conditions and I understand what revenge is. Therefore...

Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed: “Vladimir Putin did not advise me anything. I talked to him for over an hour [over the phone on 19 November]. I heard no advice from his side about any matters.”

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that Western reporters constantly ask about people, who were hurt during protests, but never talk about injuries sustained by law enforcement personnel.

The BBC journalist asked the Belarusian head of state whether he believes that more than 80% of people voted for him and if yes why large crowds, 200,000 people in his words, came out on to the streets to protest.

“We have not received a single request to stay in Belarus so far. If we get some, then in accordance with the law and very quickly, as opposed to you, we will process these requests,” Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

The head of state reminded that Belarus and the European Union signed a readmission agreement in 2020. The sides had been working towards signing the agreement for a long time, a great deal of work had been done.

"It was not the EU that elected me. You have not recognized me as the president for a quarter of a century. The Belarusian people elect me. So for me it is important how I am seen by my own people," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

During the conversation Aleksandr Lukashenko also pointed out there are many kids among the refugees. “I know you can see it. Take them. And about 5,000 will stay with me. I will work on sending them to Iraq, Syria, Iran, and Afghanistan where they...

“I am not an idiot, of course. And I understand that neither you, nor even more so I need these sanctions. Yet, if you started using the language of sanctions with me and refused to recognize my legitimacy, well, the Lord is with you," the presiden...

As many as 132 people, including 23 children aged 1-14, have been recognized as victims within the framework of the criminal case. Forensic studies have been ordered in every case. The work continues and the number of victims will grow higher.

“More than 3.351 million Belarusians have received the first dose of the coronavirus vaccine, of them over 2.647 million have received their second jab,” the press service informed.

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Healthcare workers are closely monitoring their condition and are on standby to provide the necessary assistance. The process of providing the refugees with food and essentials is well organized and is running smoothly. Utility services are deployed ...

Top officials of the park administration presented the park's investment opportunities before participants of the event, including significant preferences available to residents and investors, the well-developed infrastructure, the one-stop services,...

According to the senator, the interparliamentary assemblies address issues in all spheres of life. “The most pressing one at the moment is the fight against COVID-19," Chairwoman of the Standing Committee on Economy, Budget and Finance of the Counc...

We are very grateful to Belarus for its help, but we still want to get to Germany, a refugee from Kurdistan told BelTA at the temporary accommodation facility set up in the logistics center near the Belarus-Poland border.

Ivan Konovalov said: “It has become clear that Poland has created a humanitarian catastrophe that had to be resolved and Poland refused to deal with it. And it is seriously working against Poland. Poland has overplayed it. It should have stopped ea...

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Lithuania continues to shoot orchestrated videos about its ‘hospitality', the Belarusian State Border Committee told BelTA

Kirill Zalessky stressed that unique competences are necessary to attract global partners. “International finance is Dubai's unique competence and digital technologies are Belarus'. I think we will find something to agree on,” he added.

“In the coming days, we will get down to developing a model of a media holding company. Of course, this will also include a website that might embrace some modern solutions to help us communicate information to millions of people,” Dmitry Mezents...

They will discuss matters concerning quantum electronics, laser physics, computerization of laser research, thermochemical laser resurfacing, hydrogen molecules in the atmosphere, methods of automatic processing of experimental data, photoluminescenc...

According to the prime minister, Belarus is not a newcomer to the region. In particular, the country has longstanding and stable relations with the UAE, both business and political ones.

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“We will try to meet the wishes of these people. Their wishes are a must for us. They have expressed their wish to go back to Iraq, Syria, and we, as you see, have organized a flight. We are preparing another flight at the end of the month if there...

The official said: “A huge number of them still dream of going to the European Union. Those, who have given up hope, agree to return to the native country. Some people already say they are willing to stay in Belarus if they cannot go to Germany.”

The governor said: “It is probably the mentality of our nation: when we see people in distress and in need of aid, we provide aid first and we calculate how much it costs later on.”

"They [international officials] come to stroke a baby's nose. Why are they stroking his/her nose with dirty hands? On camera, of course,” the head of state said with indignation.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Our policy regarding this migrant crisis will remain what it was originally. We don't transfer anyone across the border intentionally. And we are not going to. People are going there. It has been said a thousand times wh...

Belarus is interested in expanding cooperation with the UAE and other countries of the region in trade and investment, Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko said.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a telephone conversation, BelTA learned from the Telegram channel Pul pervogo.

"There is one more thing I would like to touch on. This is about Poland in the first place. Their reckless politicians and top-ranking officials have been churning out threats to close the border, to shut down the Kuznica railway border crossing,” ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “You've been pulled into this problem. I'd like to say you are doing a good job organizing, so to say, the everyday life of these poor refugees, who are concentrated in this logistics center. As far as I can understand, h...

"Once they refused, they will not be allowed to come here. There is nothing for them to do here. Because it will end up the same way as with these international visitors. They will come to show off. We will handle these migrants on our own if Germany...

Grodno Oblast needs to build wood processing enterprises, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he received Chairman of the Grodno Oblast Executive Committee Vladimir Karanik and President's Aide – Inspector for Grodno Oblast Yuri Karay...

At present about 2,000 refugees are staying in the temporary accommodation facility in the logistics hub. They are provided with everything they need, including food. Food is delivered to them every day.

“Good results are the priority. The year is coming to an end, I have seen the daily report: you are lagging behind in fall ploughing. It will be impossible to plough when the weather is frosty. Therefore, you need to step up efforts now,” Aleksan...

The head of state remarked that the day before the performance of Belarusian athletes in the Synchronized finals got the highest scores. “It was an ideal combination of youth, experience and talent,” he stressed. “Your high places in individual...

The winners scored a total of 52,930 points. Second was Germany (52,290 points). France placed third (52,050 points).

The National Day of Belarus at EXPO 2020 is a great opportunity to showcase investment conditions in Belaurs, the opportunities and potential of Belarusian enterprises, Belarusian Economy Minister Aleksandr Chervyakov said.

The trade between Belarus and the UAE has more than tripled over the past five years, Belarusian Economy Minister Aleksandr Chervyakov said during the opening ceremony of the National Day of Belarus at EXPO 2020 in Dubai.

“I am convinced that in the near future Lebanon will successfully cope with crucial tasks in its social and economic development for the benefit of the people. Belarus is ready to provide necessary assistance to the Lebanese friends,” the message...

In fact, Poland and Lithuania are not doing anything to solve the problem. They enjoy their own toughness. Poland and Lithuania are using Belarus as a means for self-affirmation in the international arena, Aleksei Ilyashevich said.

The head of state remarked that over the years of active and productive work the theater has gone a long way and occupied an honorable place in the cultural space of Belarus.

According to the head of state, thanks to the creative love for their native land and hard work farmers help ensure the food security of Belarus and improve the country's positions on the largest international markets.

Our future in Europe. It is not safe in our home country and there is no work, an Iraqi refugee from the transport and logistics center near the Bruzgi checkpoint told BelTA.

“Over the years of your service you have gained the respect of a pastor, outstanding church leader and talented theologian. Your personal example of following gospel precepts, wisdom and experience help strengthen friendship between the brotherly n...

Belarus resumed the import of electricity to Ukraine on 21 November, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Energy Ministry.

Last year the Belarusian Belgospischeprom food industry concern expanded into new markets 20 countries. All in all, it shipped our products to more than 70 countries in 2020. This year it tapped into 13 more markets, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, ...

“This is a true celebration of talent and spirituality. This festival unites renowned artists and talented youth, demonstrates the best achievements of national film production schools,” the message of greetings reads.

President's Aide - Inspector for Grodno Oblast Yuri Karayev talked to the WHO representatives, who visited the border on 21 November, and told them about the accommodation conditions for refugees in the temporary accommodation center in the transport...

A large number of refugees gathered to talk with the WHO mission representatives. They said they hope for their help in opening a humanitarian corridor to the EU.

"Over the past day, Lithuanian security forces tried to push back nine groups with a total number of more than 140 people to Belarus, Polish security forces - 12 groups of about 350 people. On the border with Latvia there was one attempt to push bac...

The vast majority of refugees hope for the opening of a humanitarian corridor, Grodno Oblast Governor Vladimir Karanik told the media on 20 November.

Они осмотрели территорию ТЛЦ, ознакомились с условиями пребывания там людей.

“The president said that we will talk to people, who have any points of view but who live in the country, understand the situation, support the country, and are patriots. We will talk to any opposition. But not to traitors,” the press secretary s...

The host wondered how the refugee crisis and the situation around it had affected the presidential schedule and whether one can say that attention is paid to the situation every hour 24/7.

“You should worship us. Worship! Because we fought against fascism. Seemingly in a coalition with you. Don't you remember? Do you remember the guy, who would walk around and always smoke a cigar while ours smoked a pipe? Don't you remember it?” t...

He made the relevant statement in an interview with the BBC on 19 November. Aleksandr Lukashenko said that in turn Belarus took measures to prevent weapons and ammunition from reaching the refugee camp at the border.

More than 500 conscripts and contract servicemen of the Brest garrison took the military oath in the Ceremonial Square of the Brest Hero Fortress memorial complex.

About 500 new conscripts of the 103rd Independent Guards Airborne Brigade in Vitebsk took the military oath on 20 November 2021

Listapadzik gearing up for opening

Volunteers brought another humanitarian package for the refugees: cookies, apples, juices, milk and other foodstuffs.

During the recent developments at the Bruzgi border checkpoint, Poland violated the state border and displayed the behavior towards refugees comparable to the Nazi methods, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the BBC

Aleksandr Lukashenko drew the reporter's attention to foreign interference in Belarus' domestic affairs: “Why did you come into our house and try to destroy it last year? Why? What business of yours is our election? We didn't meddle with the UK or ...

Growing military presence along the western border of Belarus, the increasing number of operations are elements of the preparation for war, Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin said in an interview with Al Jazeera.

The professional level of the engineers will be increased. They will have less routine work to do and more time for innovation and novel ideas. All of it will significantly expedite the development and preproduction of new vehicles and their market l...

Viktor Khrenin said: “We will certainly continue working on Iskander missiles together with our Russian colleagues. I think we will deploy some soon.”

“We believe that we should switch to consultations and discuss the topic. We have invited Poland to do this. Yet, we have not seen any willingness on their part,” said Viktor Khrenin.

The official said: “The agreements that exist and that we are adopting now directly with the Defense Ministry and my colleague, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu are aimed at preserving peace, first and foremost. Readiness and training levels ...

“Fire patrols are stationed in the logistics center to make sure that no one smokes or uses stoves inside. There were several attempts to do it yesterday, but they were quickly prevented and people were told why they should not do it,” Yuri Karay...

Participants of the session will sum up results of the online session of the CIS Heads of Government Council, which took place on 12 November. They will sketch out tasks concerning the realization of the adopted documents and the agreements that have...

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 636,543. A total of 619,485 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

Also, the Belarusian side announced its readiness to resume the operation of the Bruzgi road crossing point.

The Yakub Kolas National Academic Drama Theater is gearing up to celebrate its 95th anniversary on 21 November.

The cardiology unit of Minsk city hospital No.2 is disinfecting its premises before resuming services.