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Belarus July 11, 2023

Belarusian artist who dumped manure outside Lukashenko's office dies in prison, according to his wife

Ales Pushkin, a 57-year-old Belarusian artist, died in prison, according to his wife. Pushkin was known for dumping manure outside President Lukashenko's office.

Russia July 10, 2023

Putin held meeting with Wagner chief Prigozhin days after thwarted mutiny says Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a three-hour meeting with Wagner head Yevgeny Prigozhin and more than 30 other top officials just days after mutiny attempt.

Russia July 7, 2023

Rebellious warlord still on Putin's doorstep despite reports he fled country: 'Not easy to get rid of him'

Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has been spotted in his hometown of St. Petersburg, according to Russian sources on the ground.

Russia July 6, 2023

Exiled Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin in Russia, president of Belarus says

Wagner Group Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin is in Russia following his short-lived rebellion against the Kremlin, according to Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.

Russia July 5, 2023

Mercenary warlord Prigozhin breaks silence following Belarus exile in message to Russian people: report

Wagner Troops have reportedly started building a base in Belarus near the capital of Minsk and put out a call for new recruitment despite an agreement following Yevgeny Prigozhin's exile.

Russia June 29, 2023

How Putin's grip made Belarus a Russian 'vassal state' ahead of warlord's exile

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has fully backed Russian President Vladimir Putin since the Ukraine war began, but Belarus hasn't always acted as a "vassal state" to Russia.

Russia June 28, 2023

Putin wanted to 'wipe out' Prigozhin but was talked down by Lukashenko, Belarusian leader says

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said Tuesday he talked Russian President Vladimir Putin down from his threat to "wipe out" Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin.

Vatican June 27, 2023

Vatican peace envoy en route to Moscow after aborted Wagner mutiny

Cardinal Matteo Zuppi is set to arrive in Moscow on Wednesday to conduct peace talks with Russian officials on behalf of Pope Francis, who continues to recover from abdominal surgery.

Belarus June 27, 2023

Lukashenko warns of Belarusian ‘combat readiness’: 'If Russia collapses, all of us will die'

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko told state media Tuesday that his military was brought to "combat readiness" in reaction to the Wagner Group revolt.

Russia June 25, 2023

Putin's deal with warlord shows 'actual weakness' amid Russia unrest: expert

Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan said Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin's deal with the Wagner Group shows "evidence of weakness."

Russia June 14, 2023

Belarus president says Russia now sending over nuclear weapons amid Ukrainian counteroffensive

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko says he has begun receiving tactical nuclear weapons from Russia and will not hesitate to use them if needed.