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New sanctions legislation allows the UK to target exports from Belarus funding the Lukashenko regime and crack down on Russia’s efforts to circumvent sanctions.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
This page provides the annual review summaries for the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) programmes in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
UK and 37 other countries call for immediate and unconditional release of political prisoners in Belarus.
The FCDO summoned Maxim Yermalovich to protest Belarus’ assistance to Russia with its military invasion of Ukraine.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Australia, Canada, the EU, New Zealand and the UK have released a joint statement following Belarus’ sham presidential elections on 26 January 2025.
The UK has sanctioned 4 individuals and 3 entities from Belarus in coordinated action with international partners.
The UK has sanctioned 9 individuals and defence sector entities in Belarus in coordination with Canada.
Notable human rights defenders have been sent letters from the UK Foreign Secretary on Human Rights Day (Tuesday 10 December).
Information for British nationals who are victims of rape and sexual assault in Belarus.
Find out about the additional duties which apply on certain goods originating from Russia and Belarus.
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