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.07.25
09:00
Society
Opinion: If the West pushes Russia into a corner, it will have to use nuclear weapons
If the West pushes Russia into a corner, Moscow will have to take out
its nuclear sword, Russian military observer of the Komsomolskaya Pravda
newspaper, retired colonel Viktor Baranets said in a new episode of the
V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA’s YouTube channel. 19
.07.25
17:56
Society
Belarus seeks closer cooperation with Russia in space station development
Belarusian scientists are aiming to play a more active role in the development of the Russian orbital service station, Piotr Vityaz, Head of the Aerospace Activities Department of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus (NASB) said at a press conference.
17:32
Economy
Promising investment projects spur development of Belarus’ regions
Alesya Abramenko took part in a session of the Krichev District Executive Committee where results of social and economic development and the fulfillment of the district’s budget in H1 2025 were summarized.
16:51
Sport
Belarus’ Khandoshka wins silver in Women Solo Technical at 2025 World Aquatics Championships
During the final stage held on 19 July the Belarusian swimmer scored 260.5416 points and won a silver medal. Huiyan Xu from China scored 272.9917 points and won a gold medal. Iris Tio Casas from Spain came third with 260.2917 points.
15:52
Society
Minsk, Chinese Qingdao to build up partnership relations
On the basis of the agreement signed in 2024 to establish partnership relations between Minsk and Qingdao the parties have agreed to step up friendly cooperation in the manufacturing sector, sport, tourism, culture, and education.
14:56
Economy
Belarus, Tanzania to set up joint committee on trade, economic cooperation
The government has approved a draft agreement between the Belarusian government and the government of the United Republic of Tanzania on setting up a joint committee on trade and economic cooperation as the foundation for conducting negotiations.
13:52
Sport
Belarusian delegation off to Skopje for European Youth Olympic Festival 2025
During the multisport forum Belarus will be represented by 46 young athletes (20 boys and 26 girls), who will compete in seven sport disciplines: road cycling, bicycle motocross, judo, shooting, table tennis, taekwondo, and swimming.
12:58
Society
About 122,000 European tourists attracted by Belarus’ expanded visa waiver over one year
In line with the Belarus president’s decision the visa-free entry via ground border crossings has been available for citizens of 38 European states since 19 July 2024. Belarus initially waived visas only for residents of Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland as from 15 April 2022.
12:09
Society
Belarusian rail carries over 10,000 passengers during Slavianski Bazaar
International service No. 209/210 Vitebsk - Moscow - Vitebsk and interregional service No. 644/643 Minsk - Vitebsk - Minsk were additionally deployed to transport guests.
11:11
Economy
Belarusian MTZ to embrace new steel casting technology in 2026
The MTZ press service quoted Vladislav Dashin as saying: “It is a promising technology that will enable the production of high-precision steel castings with complicated configurations and will reduce the costs involved in preparing experimental and batch production of tractor equipment.”
10:15
Economy
Belarus participates in SCO business forum as full member
In his report Mikalai Barysevich talked about the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and Belarus’ strategic approach: “Belarus’ accession to the SCO is a deliberate choice in favor of equal, trusting, and mutually beneficial cooperation."
09:55
Politics
Belarus taking part in political forum on sustainable development in New York
Within the framework of the forum as one of 36 states the Republic of Belarus will present the third voluntary national review on fulfilling the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. The document reflects progress in securing the Sustainable Development Goals in Belarus in the last few years.
09:13
President
Lukashenko counts on tangible results in cooperation with Nicaragua
“Today the Sandinista National Liberation Front proudly continues its systematic work built around taking care of ordinary people on a daily basis and building a just and sustainable society,” the congratulatory message reads.
09:00
Society
Almaty-Minsk flight expected to boost tourism between Belarus, Kazakhstan
Belarus and Kazakhstan plan to enhance tourism between the two countries, BelTA learned from the National Tourism Agency. 18
.07.25
20:00
Society
Belavia to launch direct flights to China’s Hainan Island
On 8 October, the Belarusian airline Belavia will launch direct flights to the Hainan Island of China, operating on the Minsk-Sanya route. Flights will operate once a week on Wednesdays, using a wide-body Airbus A330-200 aircraft.
