Belarus releases 250 political prisoners as part of US deal

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko ordered the release of 250 political prisoners on Thursday, following negotiations with a US special envoy. This action, reportedly part of a deal to ease US sanctions, aims to normalize relations between Belarus and the United States.

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Belarus freed 250 political prisoners in its largest release yet — a move celebrated as a humanitarian breakthrough and tied to the easing of US sanctions. However, many remain behind bars.

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