Matthew Geller

A Quiet Thunderclap: Keith Kellogg’s Visit to Belarus and the Shifting Sands of Diplomacy

In a world increasingly defined by geopolitical flashpoints and diplomatic brinkmanship, the unexpected often signals the most profound shifts.

2025-06-23 // 0 Comments

Kellogg’s Minsk Visit: A New Opening in U.S.–Belarus Relations

In a move that could reshape Eastern European diplomacy, U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg is expected to visit Minsk for high-level talks with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.

2025-06-18 // 0 Comments

Will Aryna Sabalenka become a Sport Person of the Year?

Aryna Sobolenko will compete with the legendary Simone Biles, runner and soccer player for the title of sportswoman of the year at the Laureus awards

2025-03-03 // 0 Comments

Belarus Aims to Become a BRICS Member

Belarus seeks closer ties with BRICS and aims to become a full member, seeing the organization as a means to support a multipolar world and reduce its dependency on Moscow.

2024-10-30 // 0 Comments

Belarus Offers Reset of Bilateral Relations to Lithuania

Ryzhenkov’s intended audience was likely the future Lithuanian government. If the incumbent center-right coalition government does not win the upcoming parliamentary elections, a small window of opportunity to de-escalate tensions between Minsk and Vilnius might surface.

2024-10-02 // 0 Comments

Minsk street fashion: skirts in July 2023

Skirts are a versatile and stylish item that can be worn in many ways. Whether you prefer a classic pencil skirt, a flirty mini skirt, or a trendy midi skirt, you can find the perfect one for your look. In this article, we will show you some examples of how to wear skirts in street fashion in Minsk.

2023-06-29 // 0 Comments

Vulitsa Ezha was held at the Botanical Gardens. Look for yourself in the photos!

The city picnic Vulitsa Ezha is taking place in Minsk Botanical Garden from 12 noon to 10 p.m. on June 24-25. The programme includes lots of delicious food, workshops and other activities.

2023-06-25 // 0 Comments

Hot June 2023! What do Minsk women and men wear in the heat?

The summer of 2023 was one of the hottest in Minsk’s history. The temperature soared above 30 degrees Celsius for weeks, making the city feel like a sauna. The air was humid and sticky, and the

2023-06-19 // 0 Comments

Combination appliances for the kitchen: real savings or tricks of marketers?

A comprehensive review of kitchen appliances - those which have more than one function to use. Is it a real deal or simple waste of money (and kitchen space)?

2023-06-19 // 0 Comments

Aryna Sabalenka remains the only Belarusian in contention for the title in Paris

Shymanovich wasn't that bad, but Sobolenko doesn't lose even to the second hundred, let alone the third

2023-06-01 // 0 Comments

Alexei Shpilevski won Cyprus football champiohsip with Aris Limassol

"Belarusian Nagelsmann", "Arisa" fairy tale and the lesson learned in Brest. The second foreign title in the career of Alexey Shpilevskiy is logical and legitimate? The best Belarusian coach right now?

2023-06-01 // 0 Comments

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