The recent disappearance of exiled Belarusian activist Angelika Melnikova has prompted much discussion about the reach of the Belarusian and Russian secret services.

According to the State Border Committee, a visa waiver was introduced for citizens of the neighboring European countries on 15 April 2022 following the relevant decision of the head of state.

Cooperation between the intelligence services of Belarus and Russia is built on a trusting and constructive basis, Director of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service Sergei Naryshkin told the media.

Ethiopia and Belarus have reiterated commitment to deepening their bilateral ties and expanding areas of cooperation.