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🎙 Briefingby Deputy Director of the Foreign Ministry's Information and Press Department Andrey Nastasin (Moscow, July 3, 2024) 🔹 Ukrainian crisis 🔹 Kiev regime’s war crimes 🔹 Situation in Moldova 🔹 Independence Day of Belarus 🔹 London and its loyalists 🔹 UN General Assembly resolution on World Swahili Language Day 🔹 World Olympic Day and the decline of the Olympic Movement 🔹 Results of the meeting of NATO defence ministers 📰 Read: https://vk.cc/cy9BTm 📺 Watch: https://vk.cc/cy9BVr *** #Ukraine • On June 28, Zelensky extended greetings to Ukrainians on Constitution Day. It looked like a blatant mockery of the country’s citizens as well as its basic law. There is no way a person who has usurped power could be considered a guarantor of the Constitution in a democratic and law-based state. ❗️The road to Europe, which Zelensky covered in his “congratulations” much more extensively than the Constitution itself, is paved with dead Ukrainian citizens. <...> Condolences, not congratulations, are a far more suitable choice given the circumstances. #Moldova • The European Council has adopted a time-serving and totally politicised decision to open accession negotiations with Moldova on June 25. The Moldovan authorities saw this as the approval of their anti-Russia policy and a free hand to continue turning the republic into a “European dictatorship” under the guise of fighting the non-existent Russian “hybrid threats.” ☝️ Chisinau’s persecution campaigns and arbitrary acts are promoting an increasingly negative reaction in society. #UnionState#RussiaBelarus#WWII • Today, 80 years after the liberation of Belarus from the invaders, joint search teams and law enforcement agencies of the Union State of Russia and Belarus discover new crimes against humanity committed by the Nazi invaders and their collaborators. 👉 The enormous amount of work done by the two countries’ lawyers, historians and prosecutor’s offices made it possible to officially recognise the Nazi extermination policy during the war as a full-scale genocide of the Soviet people. https://vk.cc/cy9BTm

🇷🇺🇧🇾 On December 8, 1999, Russia and Belarus signed the Treaty Establishing the Union State. This event ushered in a new stage in uniting our nations on the basis of principles of sovereign equality, voluntary and conscientious fulfilment of mutual obligations. The Republic of Belarus is Russia’s closest ally and strategic partner. Our countries are linked by long-time traditions of friendship and mutual assistance, cultural and spiritual similarity, a common historical past and prospects for the future. Allied relations between Moscow and Minsk are the benchmark of mutually beneficial integration collaboration. Over the years of expanding unification processes in the most diverse fields, the Union State has evolved into one of the most advanced and ambitious integration projects in Eurasia. Our nations have made serious headway in establishing a common socioeconomic, transport, logistics, cultural, humanitarian, migration and information space. The Union State continues to steadily strengthen its financial, economic, scientific and technical sovereignty. A solid foundation of mutual allied obligations to ensure defence, uphold the sovereignty, independence and constitutional system of Russia and Belarus, their territorial integrity and inviolability, and the inviolability of the external border (using all available forces and resources) has been laid. On December 6, 2024, the meeting of the Supreme State Council of the Union State approved the Security Concept of the Union State. President of Russia Vladimir Putin and President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko signed a number of important landmark documents, including those on security guarantees within the framework of the Union State, on the sidelines of the meeting. 📄 Excerpts from the Joint Statement by the President of the Russian Federation and the President of the Republic of Belarus (March 13, 2025): The Parties will continue to build up joint efforts to effectively respond to modern challenges and threats in order to strengthen the security of Russia and Belarus within the common defense space of the Union State. In accordance with bilateral programmes of agreed-upon foreign policy activities, Russian and Belarusian diplomats closely coordinate their approaches and provide mutual support at multilateral platforms and voice identical or similar positions on virtually all matters at the UN and other international organisations. Within the framework of annual joint meetings of Russian and Belarusian Foreign Ministries’ Collegiums, the Parties chart common approaches in various spheres of foreign policy interaction. The latest meeting was held in Moscow on November 25, 2025. 🤝 Our countries voice identical positions on virtually all key contemporary issues. Against the backdrop of unprecedented external pressure, our countries collaborate closely on the global stage, invariably providing genuine allied support to each other. 💬 President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Russia and Belarus actively cooperate across a variety of fields, coordinating their efforts in international affairs and consistently improving the Union State institutions. I am confident that by acting together, we will overcome any challenges and further strengthen productive bilateral ties for the benefit of the Russian and Belarusian people, in the interests of ensuring stability and security in Eurasia. 🎊 We congratulate our colleagues and the fraternal people of Belarus on our common holiday! We wish them wellbeing and prosperity! #RussiaBelarus#UnionState

🎙 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’sopening remarks at talks with Foreign Minister of the Republic of Belarus Maxim Ryzhenkov(Moscow, June 10, 2025) 💬 Mr Ryzhenkov, Colleagues, Friends, We are glad to welcome the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus on his first official visit to the Russian Federation. We value the relationship between our countries, a relationship based on alliance, strategic partnership, good-neighbourliness, and mutual trust. The unique nature of our bilateral relations was once again reaffirmed during our joint celebrations of the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The Presidents of Russia and the Republic of Belarus, alongside other world leaders, participated in the Victory Parade on Red Square. Symbolically, Russian and Belarusian military personnel marched ceremoniously shoulder to shoulder in Moscow and Minsk. Joint processions were held in various cities of the Union State as part of the Belarus Remembers and Immortal Regiment events. ☝️ The dialogue between the two heads of state outlines the strategic course in all areas of cooperation, providing the essential momentum and guidance. It calls on all of us, as agencies responsible for implementing foreign policy objectives, to maintain regular contacts and develop a creative approach towards devising a tactical line. Yesterday, we discussed a number of related issues. Today, we will certainly continue our discussion. Efforts by President Vladimir Putin and President Alexander Lukashenko set an example of importance of maintaining regular contacts. The scale and quality of our bilateral relations, as well as the challenges that arise as we seek to promote these relations, are such that a dialogue is needed on a regular basis. I recall our meeting in Brest last November, when we held a joint Board meeting. This year, it is our turn to provide a platform for this joint event. Today, we will also discuss preparations for it. Our inter-parliamentary and interregional dialogue continues to develop. This June, the Nizhny Novgorod Region will host the 12th Forum of Regions of Russia and Belarus on the theme “The Youth of Belarus and Russia as Heirs to the Great Victory and the Future of the Union State.” We will also witness the grand inauguration of your Consulate General in Nizhny Novgorod, a symbolic event in its own right. We are expanding the number of our diplomatic missions in each other's territory. Our cultural, humanitarian, and spiritual ties play a vital role in reinforcing the foundation that unites our peoples. The recent visit by Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia to the Republic of Belarus served as yet another confirmation of this fact. International issues are always part of our agenda. Yesterday, during our informal discussion, we also touched upon them. This includes matters related to our immediate environment, cooperation within the EAEU, CSTO and CIS, as well as activities at international venues, such as the UN and OSCE. 🌐 I want to highlight a new initiative put forward by Belarus, which Russia has strongly supported. I am referring to Eurasian security and the establishment of a regular annual dialogue on this crucial subject. Together with you, we are promoting a document that could serve as a foundation for further collective efforts. At this stage, we will actively uphold the need for precisely this approach to Eurasian security, an approach based on the recognition of equal and indivisible security for any state. There is much to discuss, and I am pleased to see you. #RussiaBelarus #UnionState

🇷🇺🇧🇾 On January 16, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey LavrovreceivedAlexander Rogozhnik on the occasion of the completion of his mission as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Russian Federation, following his appointment as Chairman of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee. The Parties noted with satisfaction the intensive nature of Russian-Belarusian political contacts at the highest and high levels, the progressive development of multifaceted bilateral collaboration, and the steady momentum in building the #UnionState. They also highlighted close foreign policy coordination within the integration frameworks involving both countries and international organisations. Sergey Lavrov highly commended the Ambassador’s personal role in advancing the entire spectrum of Russian-Belarusian relations and presented him with the Russian Foreign Ministry’s honorary badge — For Contribution to International Cooperation. Given the dynamic advancement of interregional ties between the two nations, Sergey Lavrov expressed confidence in continued constructive engagement with Alexander Rogozhnik in his new and responsible role, for the benefit of the fraternal peoples of Russia and Belarus. #RussiaBelarus

🔴#LIVE: The opening ceremony of the exhibition dedicated to the 25th Anniversary of the Treaty on the Establishment of the Union State 🔴 Russia's MFA Website 🔴Ruptly #RussiaBelarus#RussiaBelarus25#UnionState

⚡️Federal Security Service of Russia: On April 28, 2026, as a result of an exchange held on the Belarusian-Polish border, two Russian citizens returned home – Russian scientist Alexander Butyagin and the wife of a Russian soldier serving with the Russian Peacekeeping Contingent in the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. ☝️Both had previously been unlawfully held in states unfriendly to Russia. The Russian citizens were exchanged for two career officers of Moldova’s special service, who had earlier posed as Moldovan citizens allegedly recruited by an officer of the Main Directorate for Foreign Intelligence of the Intelligence and Security Service of the Republic of Moldova. They arrived in Russia in 2025 using documents issued under fictitious personal details, with the aim of conducting intelligence activities. 👉They were identified and detained by Russian security agencies. Aware that they had been exposed, the Moldovan intelligence officers made every effort to conceal their affiliation with the regular staff of foreign special services. However, during the criminal investigation, an irrefutable body of evidence was gathered, fully exposing and confirming their affiliation with the intelligence service of the Republic of Moldova. 🤝 The return of Russian citizens home was made possible thanks to a multi-stage operation carried out by the Federal Security Service of Russia jointly with the State Security Committee of Belarus. #RussiaBelarus

🇷🇺🇧🇾📞On April 12, President of Russia Vladimir Putin and President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko had a telephone conversation. The Leaders exchanged warm Easter greetings and conveyed their best wishes to the brotherly peoples of the two countries. They also discussed current issues on the bilateral agenda, including trade and economic cooperation. Both Sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to further strengthening the Russia-Belarus alliance and maintaining close coordination at various levels. The Presidents also exchanged views on a number of international issues. #RussiaBelarus

✉️Foreign Minister of Russia Sergey Lavrov sent his greetings to Foreign Minister of Belarus Maxim Ryzhenkov on the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Russia and Belarus(April 2, 2026) The message reads, in part: “Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Russia and Belarus and the 30th anniversary of the signing ofthe Treaty on the Formation of the Community of Russia and Belarus, which laid the foundation for this holiday and marked the beginning of a new stage in the unifying processes between our countries. This day symbolizes the unbreakable friendship, deep-rooted cultural and spiritual affinity, and inseparable destinies of Russians and Belarusians. For centuries, our brotherly peoples have stood shoulder to shoulder through every trial, selflessly defending their sovereignty and steadfastly upholding our shared traditional values. A constant priority for the Foreign Ministries of Russia and Belarus remains providing foreign policy support for broad bilateral cooperation and diplomatic backing for the integration-building of the Union State. I reaffirm my commitment to close coordination of our approaches, to jointly defending our common interests, and to promoting shared initiatives on the international stage, with a view to building a stable and just system of interstate relations based on the immutable norms of international law and the principle of equal and indivisible security. I look forward to continuing our close, trusting and productive cooperation. I would also like to wish you and the entire staff of the Belarusian Foreign Ministry good health, happiness, well-being and every success for the benefit of strengthening friendship and cooperation between the brotherly peoples of our countries”. #RussiaBelarus🇷🇺🇧🇾

✉️ President of Russia Vladimir Putin sent a message to the participants of the ceremonial assemblies marking the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Russia and Belarus(April 2, 2026) The message reads, in part: “Thirty years ago today, the Treaty on the Establishment of the Community of Russia and Belarus was signed, marking the beginning of the integration process between our two nations. Over this period, mutually beneficial ties have expanded significantly, with their positive impact clearly reflected in people’s daily lives. Today, Russians and Belarusians enjoy equal rights in healthcare, education, social security, and pensions, and can freely choose where to live and work – from Brest to Vladivostok. Close coordination has been established in foreign policy, defence, and security, which is especially important in the current complex international environment. The two countries are also jointly implementing comprehensive measures to strengthen their financial, economic, scientific, and technological sovereignty. The Union State has, without exaggeration, become a key driver of integration processes across Eurasia, serving as a model for cooperation within multilateral organisations such as the Collective Security Treaty Organisation, the Eurasian Economic Union, the Commonwealth of Independent States, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. I am confident that, building on the achievements to date, we will continue our consistent joint efforts to further expand allied relations and deepen comprehensive cooperation between Russia and Belarus, for the benefit of our fraternal peoples.” #RussiaBelarus🇷🇺🇧🇾

✉️ President of Russia Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko on the Day of Unity between the Peoples of Russia and Belarus (April 2, 2026) The message reads, in part: “Over the three decades since the signing of the Treaty on the Establishment of the Community of Russia and Belarus, a great deal has been accomplished to develop mutually beneficial integration ties and fruitful bilateral cooperation. Our people enjoy equal rights and opportunities across the entire territory of the Union State. Moscow and Minsk align the key parameters of macroeconomic, monetary, and social policies, and coordinate efforts in the areas of international cooperation, defence, and security. During the meeting of the Supreme State Council of the Union State held in February, we outlined a set of measures to further advance integration processes in various areas. I am confident that its consistent implementation fully meets the interests of the two nations, Russia and Belarus.” #RussiaBelarus🇷🇺🇧🇾

🇷🇺🇧🇾📞 On January 22, Foreign Minister of Russia Sergey Lavrov and Foreign Minister of Belarus Maksim Ryzhenkovheld a telephone conversation. The Ministers discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation and foreign policy coordination, as well as a number of pressing items on the international agenda. In particular, they exchanged views on the US President Donald Trump's invitation to a number of countries, including the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus, proposing the establishment of a “Peace Council”, and outlined further steps to advance the joint Belarus-Russia initiative on developing a Eurasian Charter of Diversity and Multipolarity in the 21st Century. They also reviewed the schedule of upcoming meetings and events at the highest and high levels. #RussiaBelarus

🇷🇺🇧🇾📞 On January 13, Foreign Minister of Russia Sergey Lavrov and Foreign Minister of Belarus Maksim Ryzhenkovheld a telephone conversation. The Ministers discussed ongoing issues of bilateral cooperation and foreign policy coordination, as well as exchanged views on a number of topical international agenda items. #RussiaBelarus