Diplomacy

Belarusian Foreign Minister Uladzimir Makei tells the conference of Belarus’ honorary consuls our country is not a source of war.

Canada removes Belarus from the Area Control List to boost trade amid eased sanctions. The measure takes effect on July 12.

There is mutual understanding that we need look for solutions to problems, he said.

Ukraine Parliament Vice Speaker Irina Gerashchenko was declared persona non grata at the initiative of Russia.

And not to look for a black cat in a dark room.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu decides not to close down the diplomatic mission in Minsk, ria.ru reports.