National identity: state policy & public opinion
At the level of public opinion there is an increase in pro-Soviet sentiments.
Belarusian Institute for Strategic Studies
Analysis
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Belarus – Russia: A new stage of (dis)integration
What do the recent developments in Belarus – Russia relationships mean? What are the Kremlin’s intentions in regard to Belarus?
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Why Shunevich stepped down and what we can expect from the new Interior Minister?
Under Shunevich, the image of the Ministry of Internal Affairs grew so odious that it will not be difficult to improve it.
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Pro-Russian ‘Immortal Regiment’ marginalized in Belarus
For nine months of Mikhail Babich's work in Belarus, the pro-Russian ‘Immortal Regiment’ not only failed to strengthen its positions, but suff
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An ambassador of peace and goodwill
The shuffle of persons in the Russian Embassy does not indicate a change in the Kremlin's interests regarding Belarus.
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Time for Strategy. A meeting at the British Embassy
On January 30, 2019, at the invitation of the British Embassy, a meeting was held between BISS experts and the diplomatic corps.
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A forum of criticism and dialogue
Like in 2016 and 2017, this year the conciliatory rhetoric prevailed both among the representatives of the German side and those of the Belarusian
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The Dzieciuki case: Belarusian militia is tracking extremism on the Internet
Ales Denisov, the leader of the folk-punk band Dzieciuki, was charged with the dissemination of extremist materials.
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CSTO summit in Astana: A mixed picture of cohesion
Difficult bargaining over appointments is something to be expected in international organizations.
