On September 24, Alyaksandr Lukashenka granted pardons to 13 political prisoners, which may signal a move to improve relations with the United States ahead of John Coale's visit to Minsk. Additionally, Belarus has revived its contacts with Poland. Political observer Aliaksandr Klaskouski from the news agency "Pozirk" suggests that, in this situation, it is important to consider not only what Lukashenka might gain but also the potential benefits for Belarus itself. The Belsat channel has discussed the implications of this renewed engagement with the West and why the prospects for significant progress still appear limited.
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Pragmatic dialogue or Kremlin trap? Experts analyze Lukashenka’s moves toward the West
