The US has eased sanctions on Belarus after the close Russian ally freed more than 100 political prisoners.United States President Donald Trump has eased sanctions on Belarus after it freed more than 100 political prisoners.But stiff European sanctions remain in place against the close Russian ally.Why has the US deal been struck now, and what is the reaction in Russia, Ukraine and the European Union?Presenter: Adrian FinighanGuests:Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya – Belarusian opposition leaderFranak Viacorka – non-resident fellow at the Atlantic CouncilMark Episkopos – research fellow at Quincy Institute’s Eurasia programmeAndrey Kortunov – Russian foreign affairs analystPublished On 14 Dec 202514 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share
