Belarus Emergency Lives On: U.S. Sanctions Party Continues
Published Date: 6/12/2025
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Summary
The U.S. is keeping its national emergency with Belarus for another year because the Belarusian government still threatens democracy, human rights, and international safety. This means sanctions and restrictions on certain Belarusian officials and entities stay in place to protect U.S. interests. The emergency started in 2006 and was expanded in 2021, and it will now continue through June 16, 2026.
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Belarus National Emergency Extended
The President continued the national emergency with respect to Belarus for one more year. The emergency, first declared on June 16, 2006 and expanded on August 9, 2021, will remain in effect through June 16, 2026. This continuation means sanctions and restrictions on certain Belarusian officials and entities stay in place.
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