Belarus prisoners forcibly deported to Lithuania after US deal, says opposition
Belarus freed 52 prisoners and exiled many to Lithuania, provoking confusion and protest because several were near release and felt effectively deported.
Belarus frees 52 political prisoners, including foreigners, after visit by US delegation
Belarus released 52 prisoners, including 14 foreign nationals, in exchange for US easing of Belavia sanctions and renewed diplomatic overtures from Washington.
