Press releases

Did she head male monastery? What mysteries remain in biography of Euphrosyne of Polotsk
Euphrosyne of Polotsk’s contribution to education and societal development is impressive by the standards of the 12th century. Her mission extended far beyond the monastery and the principality...

Timeless relic. Purpose of Euphrosyne of Polotsk’s missing cross
In the history of Belarus, the name of Euphrosyne of Polotsk is associated by many with the one-of-a-kind Cross created on her order. This relic disappeared many years ago, and its whereabouts remain unknown to this day...

Belarus plans nationwide rollout of new coronary artery treatment technology
The technology involves surgical endovascular treatment for patients who develop atherosclerotic plaques in their blood vessels...

How Pakhmutova and Dobronravov wrote songs about Belarus. Composer donates family archive
The collection includes photos, awards, personal correspondence as well as the author’s versions of famous songs, including songs about Belarus: Belovezhskaya Pushcha, My Youth - Belarus, Belarus and Russia Together...

Belarusian polar explorers test new sewage treatment facilities in Antarctica
The fulfillment of the research program continues within the framework of the 18th Belarusian Antarctic expedition: continuous meteorological monitoring, lidar and spectrometric studies of the atmosphere, experiments to study biodiversity and assess anthropogenic impact, including sampling for microplastic analysis...

Experts unveil business acumen of Euphrosyne of Polotsk
“As a person fully integrated into the Church, she built a church, even two, with a burial vault. Just imagine the things she personally created. Indeed, she found architect John. She had help from builders, workers… All of that is true. But it was she who proposed the idea, took it upon herself, and elevated the status of the city of Polotsk to such heights!” Sofia Macharashvili emphasized...

The visionary of Polotsk: Defining Euphrosyne's lasting mission
The East Slavic enlightener and patroness did not merely built stone churches but also introduced people to spiritual beauty. During the construction projects Euphrosyne of Polotsk received support from all who cared. "Believing people helped with the construction, seeing in her a giant of a person,” Sofia Macharashvili said...

Maslenitsa, fish soup festival, cultural events. What’s on Belarus’ tourist calendar for February
The last winter month is the time for Maslenitsa. Rural estates, tourism facilities and museums have prepared interactive programs. Guests will be treated to folk performances, traditional games (round dances, contests, burning of the effigy), and tastings of pancakes with herbal tea...

Seven athletes in five sports. 2026 Olympic schedule for Team Belarus
Belarus will have the largest presence in the aerials competition. Hanna Huskova, Anna Derugo and Anastasia Andrianova will vie for Olympic medals...

Wedding bells in the family? Brazil's Ambassador admits Belarus was more than a diplomatic post
The head of the diplomatic mission also noted that during his tenure, Belarus has become not only a part of his professional career but also part of his family history...

Sasnovich progresses to Abu Dhabi Open second round
In the round of Last 32, the Belarusian defeated Spain’s world number 65 Paula Badosa in a two-hour, three-set match, 6-4, 3-6, 6-1...

With a thirst for adrenaline. Belarusian racers compete in MX SPEEDWAY
Ice speedway is one of the most spectacular and extreme disciplines of motorcycle sports. A 400-meter-long ice oval was specially prepared for the racers...

Belarus’ National Bank presents new graphical symbol for Belarusian ruble
The winner of the competition for the best new graphical symbol is Vasily Shchebetun. His work received the highest total score...

Sabalenka retains top spot in WTA rankings
The world’s number one player retains 10,990 points in her tally, while the Australian Open champion, Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina, has risen two places to now occupy the third position...

12th-century plot? Rethinking Euphrosyne of Polotsk’s monastic choice
Commenting on the possible reasons for Euphrosyne of Polotsk entering a monastery, Kseniya Leshchinskaya drew attention to the young princess’s character, individuality, and vision...

Year of Belarusian Woman: Labor ministry unveils key initiatives
Equally important are nationwide informational and educational projects. For example, the Helping Hand project under the Council of the Republic will support women in difficult life situations. The Ministry of Labor will also organize campaigns for women and provide free consultations for mothers raising children...

Ancient Jewish marriage contract signing ceremony held at Volozhin Yeshiva
For the first time in modern Belarus, and in Volozhin in particular, where the Yeshiva was reopened after a major reconstruction in 2024, the traditional Jewish ritual of signing the ketubah, one of the most important parts of the wedding ceremony, was performed...

Belarus president’s team defeats Grodno Oblast team in RHL match
On 31 January, the head of state’s team defeated the Grodno Oblast team, 10-5 (5-2, 1-1, 4-2), at the Olympic Arena in Minsk...

Sabalenka and Rybakina meeting in Australian Open final for second time
In their 14 previous meetings, Sabalenka has won eight times...

Minsk Trial remembered: New exhibition on 80th anniversary of war crimes tribunal
The exhibition features materials from the holdings of the Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War. These materials expose the crimes committed by the Nazis on the territory of Belarus during the occupation, detail the work of members of the Minsk Regional Commission of the USSR Extraordinary State Commission to establish and investigate these crimes, present various details of the judicial process, and provide testimonies from participants in the trial...