Press releases

Cafe near bison sculpture on M1 highway to serve Belarusian-Tatar cuisine
The giant bison will also change and become more impressive. Specialists are working on making the giant emit steam from its nostrils. It is expected that the steam stream will be 5.5 meters long at a 45-degree angle...

Authentic early 19th century Slutsk sash joins National Art Museum collection
Until now, no items from this period have ever been part of the museum’s collection...

Slalom canal near Minsk to stay full of water all warm season
Although the canal was originally designed as a sports facility, it is currently on the balance sheet of Minskvodokanal and is an operational facility, therefore it is not intended for active water sports. The enterprise annually activates the canal to test its functionality, but under normal operating conditions, the entire volume of water is discharged through the main outlet at the dam...

Belarus’ Ivashka reaches ATP Challenger semifinals in India
In today’s quarterfinal, the Belarusian defeated Mexico’s Alex Hernandez in straight sets, 6-1, 6-2...

IFMA restores full rights to Belarusian athletes
The International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) has lifted all restrictions on Belarusian athletes...

Culture Ministry names top travel trends in Belarus
"Industrial tourism is also highly popular, with around 140 enterprises offering guided tours. BelAZ is the top destination because it offers a spectacular experience. People love taking photos next to a wheel that is three times their height, or even going for a ride in a BelAZ truck"...

Belarus launches genogeographic mapping of hereditary mutations
The National Scientific and Practical Center for Pediatric Oncology, Hematology and Immunology has launched a large-scale initiative for genetic screening of founder mutations among young women in Brest Oblast...

Historian reveals ancient weapons collection from Nikodimovo hillfort
"During excavations in 2004 led by Anatoly Sedin, the oldest sword in our country was found, dating back to the 6th century AD. It is a fragment of a sword with a blade width of 5.5cm. Unfortunately, the crossguard and pommel were not preserved. After the owner’s death, the sword was deliberately broken and bent"...

Restrictions lifted from Belarusian water ski athletes
The International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) has lifted restrictions from Belarusian athletes...

Belarusian billiards players to return to international stage
The World Confederation of Billiards Sports (WCBS) has lifted all restrictions from Belarusian athletes...

Belarusian dancers to return to international arena with national flag, anthem
The World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has lifted all restrictions from Belarusian athletes...

Belarusian MTZ to celebrate 80th anniversary with concert, fireworks, tractor dancing
An exhibition of vintage and modern BELARUS machinery will be on display. The best workers of the plant will be awarded. The stage will host groups from the MTZ palace of culture, as well as famous Belarusian pop singers and performers. The special guest is Russian band Ivanushki International...

Sasnovich one win away from Roland Garros main draw
In her second-round clash, the Belarusian swept past France’s Oceane Dodin, 6-1, 6-0, in just 50 minutes...

Minsk, Russia’s Smolensk to host CIS documentary film festival
Chairman of the Belarusian Union of Journalists, Executive Director of the festival Andrei Krivosheev noted that over the years Eurasia.DOC has become a major cultural event for Belarus and an excellent training ground for young documentary filmmakers and journalists...

Survey: What attracts tourists to Belarus?
Castles, Catholic churches, Orthodox churches, palaces, and manor estates were named the major points of attraction by 10.9% of tourists. Scenic and well-maintained roads and landscapes received 7.4%...

IHF president promises to help Belarus handball return to World Championship
The Belarusian Handball Federation has repeatedly submitted written requests to the IHF president for a wild card entry to the 2027 World Championship...

Expert reveals most popular medical services among foreigners in Belarus
"Over the past year, foreigners from 160 countries have visited Belarus. In Minsk, Kazakhstan ranks first in terms of the number of tourists, Russia second, and Bosnia and Herzegovina third"...

Minsk expands tourism appeal with new hotels, attractions
Tourists come to the Belarusian capital from a wide range of countries: China, Türkiye, Lithuania, Latvia, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and others. However, nearly 80% of all visitors come from Russia...

Renovated railway history museum in Minsk: What visitors can see
The exhibition is spread across six halls, offering visitors a short journey into the past of the country’s railways...

Ministry releases official count of Belarus’ protected natural areas
"That amounts to 1.9 million hectares, or 9.2% of the country’s total area - a vast territory. Each of these protected areas is unique. They are territories with a special protection regime that helps preserve the habitats of animals and plants that have vulnerable status"...