Belarus releases 123 prisoners including opposition leaders after US lifts sanctions
The Guardian • 12/13/2025 • Last cited 12/15/2025
Summary
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has released 123 prisoners, including Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski and opposition leader Maria Kalesnikava, following the US lifting sanctions on Belarusian potash, according to The Guardian. This decision came after two days of talks with a US envoy, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
Lindy Score Breakdown
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Age (0-35)
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Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
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Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
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Breadth (0-15)
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Total Score83/100
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 33 days - proven survivor
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