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14
.08.20
09:51
Society
Belarus' interior minister speaks against any violence against journalists
At the same time he noted that when a firecracker, a makeshift knife, a stone or a paving block is flying towards a policeman who should take some action in response, his first thought in not about how to avoid hitting a person with a camera.
09:09
Society
Belarus' interior minister apologizes for injuries of random people during unrest
“I am not a bloodthirsty person and I do not want any violence. They are all our citizens. They all have families, children,” Yuri Karayev said.
09:00
Society
Kochanova: We do not need a fight or a war
"By tonight, over a thousand people have been released under an obligation of not participating in unsanctioned events,” Natalya Kochanova said.
07:30
In Pictures
Perseid meteor shower over Belarus
The Perseids are a prolific meteor shower. Its peak time started on 12 August.
13
.08.20
19:57
Society
Belarusian oil pipeline operator Gomeltransneft Druzhba arranges oil spill cleanup exercise
During the exercise the company personnel practiced fixing an accident in an underwater section of the Unecha-Polotsk oil pipeline. According to the scenario of the exercise, oil stains have been detected near the underwater section of the pipeline on the Pronya River in Dribin District, Mogilev Oblast.
19:17
Economy
Belarusian, American harvesters compared during field trials in Minsk District
The local farmers compared the ability of the two harvesters to gather in wheat. The engine rating of the two harvesters is the same – 390kW (530hp). The working rate per hour coincides as well (3.96 hectares), however, the American harvester boasts a higher yield in tonnes.
18:47
Economy
IAEA report on Belarusian nuclear infrastructure to be released to public
The report contains proposals and recommendations on further improvement of the national nuclear infrastructure and mentions good practices, which will be added to the knowledge base of the world nuclear community for other countries to use in the course of implementation of nuclear energy programs.
18:47
President
Belarus president's fund to finance holidays of Egyptian children in Zubryonok
The program of the holidays includes health treatment and spa services in Zubryonok, sightseeing and cultural events in Minsk and the regions.
18:25
Economy
Recycling rate of municipal waste in Belarus at 27.3% in H1 2020
The recycling rate of municipal solid waste in Belarus made up 27.3% in H1 2020, BelTA learned from the press service of the Natural Resources and Environment Protection Ministry of Belarus.
18:16
Economy
Nomination for CIS Quality Excellence Award now open
A nomination for the CIS Quality Excellence Award 2021 is now open. This decision was made at the 57th meeting of the CIS Interstate Council for Standardization, Metrology and Certification.
17:59
Economy
Grodno Oblast's merchandise export up by 15% in H1 2020
– Belarusian Grodno Oblast increased the merchandise export by 15% in January-June 2020. Grodno Oblast Executive Committee convened for a session on 13 August to examine the social and economic development of the region in H1 2020.
17:42
Economy
Belarus' Ivatsevichdrev launches new furniture production line
Ivatsevichdrev, a furniture maker affiliated with the Belarusian timber, woodworking, pulp and paper industry concern Bellesbumprom, inaugurated a new furniture production line.
17:27
Society
Belarus coronavirus update: 66,178 people recovered
The nationwide COVID-19 number has reached 69,203 cases. Belarus has carried out 1,392,662 tests.
16:56
Politics
Russian Foreign Ministry sees attempts to interfere in Belarus' affairs
Maria Zakharova noted that the Russian Federation Ministry of Foreign Affairs had noticed unprecedented pressure of some foreign partners on Belarusian authorities. “We are tracking clear attempts at external interference in affairs of the sovereign state in order to split the society and destabilize the situation,” she stressed.
16:43
Economy
Construction of connecting pipeline between Belarusian oil refineries to begin in October
According to the source, the connecting pipeline will consist of 12 parts. Design work on the first part is nearing completion. Its construction will begin in October. The entire pipeline will be finished by 2023. The pipeline will consist of nine line pipes and three pump stations.
