Belarus news now

Here are some recent news articles and updates from Belarus:

Politics

• Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has announced plans to hold a referendum on constitutional changes, which could potentially extend his term in office beyond 2025. (Source: BBC News, March 2023)
• The European Union has imposed new sanctions on Belarusian officials and entities in response to the country's continued human rights abuses and repression of opposition groups. (Source: Reuters, February 2023)
• Belarus has accused Ukraine of planning a military invasion, and has deployed troops to the border with Ukraine. (Source: Al Jazeera, February 2023)

Economy

• Belarus has signed a deal with Russia to increase oil supplies and reduce prices, in an effort to stabilize the country's economy. (Source: TASS, February 2023)
• The Belarusian ruble has continued to depreciate against the US dollar, reaching a record low in February 2023. (Source: Bloomberg, February 2023)
• Belarus has announced plans to increase its agricultural production and exports, in an effort to reduce its dependence on Russian imports. (Source: Belarusian Telegraph Agency, January 2023)

Human Rights

• Human rights groups have accused Belarusian authorities of using torture and other forms of mistreatment against political prisoners and opposition activists. (Source: Amnesty International, February 2023)
• The Belarusian government has banned several opposition groups and activists, citing national security concerns. (Source: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, January 2023)
• A Belarusian journalist has been sentenced to two years in prison for allegedly spreading false information about the country's military. (Source: Committee to Protect Journalists, January 2023)

Other News

• Belarus has announced plans to host the 2024 European Games, a multi-sport event that will feature athletes from across Europe. (Source: Belarusian Telegraph Agency, February 2023)
• The country has launched a new national airline, Belarusian Airlines, which will operate domestic and international flights. (Source: Belarusian Telegraph Agency, January 2023)
• Belarus has signed a deal with China to develop a new nuclear power plant, which will be built in the country's eastern region. (Source: Xinhua News Agency, January 2023)

Please note that the news articles and updates provided are subject to change and may not reflect the most up-to-date information.