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Belarus Pardons 14, Including Activist, Amid U.S. Diplomacy

6/23/2025

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In a significant gesture, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko pardoned 14 individuals, including two Japanese citizens and activist Siarhei Tsikhanouski, responding to U.S. appeals. This pivotal decision seeks to bridge Belarus's strained ties with the West, with U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg playing a crucial role in promoting peace amid the ongoing turmoil of Russia's war in Ukraine.

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In a significant gesture, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko pardoned 14 individuals, including two Japanese citizens and activist Siarhei Tsikhanouski, responding to U.S. appeals. This pivotal decision seeks to bridge Belarus's strained ties with the West, with U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg playing a crucial role in promoting peace amid the ongoing turmoil of Russia's war in Ukraine.