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(MENAFN) The International Fencing Federation (FIE) has removed all restrictions imposed on Russian and Belarusian fencers in connection with the Ukraine conflict, allowing athletes from both countries to compete internationally under their...

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Ottawa, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global fitness app market size is calculated at USD 13.81billion in 2026 and is expected to reach around USD 45.45 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 14.15% for the forecasted period.

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(MENAFN) Alexander Lukashenko voiced support on Tuesday for a Russian proposal aimed at bringing together countries that are currently under international sanctions, according to state media reports.

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(MENAFN) Ukraine has ended 116 agreements with Russia, Belarus, and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced on Thursday.

European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)

The Austrian government has given the green light to open negotiations with Uzbekistan on a possible migration agreement.

International Committee of the Red Cross

The contest was held to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the official adoption of the Fundamental Principles of the Movement by inviting participants to visualize each of them.

Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

HELSINKI/VIENNA, 25 November 2025 - The 32nd Ministerial Council meeting of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) will take place on 4–5 December 2025 at Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Austria.

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(MENAFN) Belarus announced on Monday that more than 1,100 trucks remain stuck at its frontier with Lithuania after the latter implemented a unilateral shutdown.

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(MENAFN) Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said Friday that Roman Protasevich, the opposition activist arrested after a Ryanair flight was forced to land in Minsk in 2021, was actually an undercover KGB officer.

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(MENAFN) Belarus intends to have Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik medium-range missile system fully operational within its borders by December, presidential spokeswoman Natalia Eismont stated on Tuesday.

National Union of Journalists

The Belarusian Association of Journalists is supporting several journalists forced to rebuild their lives outside Belarus, following their transfer to Lithuania this month.

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(MENAFN) Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has claimed that Western European leaders involved in negotiating a peace roadmap for Ukraine ten years ago acted in “bad faith” and were “stupid,” reflecting on the discussions hosted by his...

National Union of Journalists

Media facing intensified crackdown The plight of journalists in Belarus persecuted for just doing their job is being highlighted by the International Federation of Journalists, backed by the NUJ. Currently, 37 journalists remain behind bars and 39...

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(MENAFN) The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has voted to allow Russian and Belarusian youth players to compete under their national symbols, following recommendations from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The decision was made...

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(MENAFN) The United Nations on Monday praised Belarus’ decision to free 123 incarcerated individuals, including foreign nationals convicted of espionage, terrorism and extremism offences, describing the step as a significant development following...

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(MENAFN) The global organization overseeing chess has approved a decision permitting young players from Russia and Belarus to take part in competitions while displaying their national emblems, aligning the move with guidance issued by the...

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(MENAFN) Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko, who has held office since 1994, committed on Friday that he will not run for another presidential term.

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(MENAFN) The Lithuanian government announced Wednesday it will reopen its border with Belarus earlier than initially planned, media reported.

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(MENAFN) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has urged governments to maintain sport as a space free from political interference, stressing that all eligible athletes should be able to compete without discrimination, according to reports....

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(MENAFN) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has appealed to governments worldwide to maintain sport as a space free from political influence, stressing that all eligible athletes should have the opportunity to participate without facing...