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Belarusians become latest to harness protest power of social networks
18/07/2011 - BELARUS

Belarusians become latest to harness protest power of social networks

After a crackdown on protests against an apparently fixed election, opposition to Aleksandr Lukashenko's rule had gone quiet. But the worst economic crisis there since the fall of the Soviet Union has hit Belarusians hard, and they're losing patience with their leader. Since early June, a new movement has emerged: every Wednesday, so-called 'silent protests' are held, directed via social networking sites.
Belarus: panic spreads after currency devaluation
13/06/2011 - THE WEEK IN EUROPE

Belarus: panic spreads after currency devaluation

We take a look at the sharp currency devaluation in Belarus and the panic it has provoked. In Germany, Angela Merkel’s government has been refusing to follow the pack - we explore the country’s recent stances on Libya, nuclear energy and the euro. Finally, British PM David Cameron is cracking down on sexing up.
France rises above Ukraine in football friendly
08/06/2011 - FOOTBALL

France rises above Ukraine in football friendly

France beat host Ukraine 4-1 in a friendly match on Monday, with newcomer Marvin Martin scoring two goals for Les Bleus. It was a timely win for France after they were held to a 1-1 draw with Belarus in a Euro 2012 qualifier last week.
France held to draw in Belarus
04/06/2011 - FOOTBALL

France held to draw in Belarus

France remained top of Group D Friday after a scrappy 1-1 draw against Belarus in Minsk, but Les Bleus are still not assured of qualifying for the Euro 2012 chamionship.
Chernobyl debate still rages in Belarus
26/04/2011 - BELARUS

Chernobyl debate still rages in Belarus

Twenty-five years ago a combination of human error and design flaws caused the world's worst ever nuclear accident. Today, the true extent of the damage caused by the catastrophe is still the subject of much disinformation and disagreement.
Fledgling opposition questioned over Minsk bombing
13/04/2011 - BELARUS

Fledgling opposition questioned over Minsk bombing

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has ordered police to probe local “political actors” over Monday's deadly bombing at a Minsk metro station, suggesting the country's weak and fragmented opposition may be linked to the attack.
Arrests made after Minsk metro bombing
12/04/2011 - BELARUS

Arrests made after Minsk metro bombing

Belarus authorities on Tuesday made their first arrests after a deadly metro bomb attack that killed at least twelve people, as President Alexander Lukashenko took personal control of the investigation and promised tough new security measures.
Deadly blast hits Minsk metro during rush hour
12/04/2011 - BELARUS

Deadly blast hits Minsk metro during rush hour

The explosion hits during rush hour on Monday at the city's busiest station, near President Alexander Lukashenko's main office and residence, as political tensions rise in the wake of his disputed re-election.
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UN admits error on helicopters to Gbagbo claim
03/03/2011 - IVORY COAST

UN admits error on helicopters to Gbagbo claim

UN officials have apologised to Belarus for wrongly accusing the country of violating an embargo on the sale of weapons to Ivory Coast, where violence has flared in the wake of a disputed presidential election.
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Belarus: Europe’s ‘Last Dictator’ Hangs On!
22/12/2010 - TOP STORY

Belarus: Europe’s ‘Last Dictator’ Hangs On!

He has been called “Europe’s Last Dictator” it is a label that has been sticking more than ever to the hard land leader of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko.After a brutal crackdown on opponents who run against him in last Sunday Presidential Election. Officially, Lukashenko who has ruled Belarus with an iron grip since 1994, scored a resounding win.
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