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Published on May 1, 2026

Democracy Digest: Hungary’s Incoming PM Paves Way for Unfreezing of EU funds

Shortly before 1:00pm on Tuesday, at the closed Bialowieza–Piererow border crossing, Andrzej Poczobut returned to Poland as part of the first exchange of prisoners and spies on Polish territory since World War II. He was one of five people released by …

Source: Balkan Insight - Neutral
Published on Apr 30, 2026

Moldova’s Intelligence Officers Freed From Russian Captivity Return Home In Prisoner Exchange

Two SIS officers held in Russia were released on 28 April as part of a broader ten-person swap at the Belarus-Poland border, coordinated by Moldovan intelligence with the support of the United States, Poland and Romania. Two officers of Moldova’s …

Source: Insight News Media - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 30, 2026

Lithuanian Prime Minister: Issue of Political Contacts with Belarus to Be Discussed with Poland in June

Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė said that the possibility of restoring political cooperation with Minsk at a higher level is to be discussed at a meeting with the Polish prime minister scheduled for June. According to her, Poland maintains certain …

Source: Reformation - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed from prison in Belarus in US-brokered swap deal

The Polish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut, the 2025 Sakharov prize winner, has been freed after five years in a Belarusian penal colony as part of a US-brokered multi-country swap deal. His release has been confirmed by Poland’s prime minister, …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Apr 29, 2026

Journalist freed from Belarus jail in swap with Poland

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. WARSAW, Poland -- Prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland that saw a total of 10 people freed as the …

Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Belarus eyes Western ties as it frees journalist Andrzej Poczobut

Published On 28 Apr 202628 Apr 2026 Belarus has released Polish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut from jail as part of a prisoner exchange. Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk confirmed the release on Tuesday, noting that Warsaw had been helped in a …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Belarus frees prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut in a 10-person prisoner swap

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland… WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland that saw a …

Source: WTOP - Maryland - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Belarus frees prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut in a 10-person prisoner swap

WARSAW – Prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland that saw a total of 10 people freed as the authoritarian leader of Belarus seeks improved relations with the West, officials in both countries said …

Source: KPRC - Texas - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Belarus frees Polish journalist in 10-person swap

Andrzej Poczobut was sentenced in 2023 to eight years in prison for inciting ethnic hostility. Photo: AP PHOTO Belarus has released Andrzej ‌Poczobut, a Polish-Belarusian journalist and activist, as part of a prisoner exchange at the border with Poland, …

Source: The Courier - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Belarus frees Polish journalist, Warsaw frees Russian archaeologist in prisoner swap

Belarus has released Andrzej Poczobut, a Polish-Belarusian journalist and activist, as part of a prisoner exchange at the border with Poland, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday. Poland in return freed Alexander Butyagin, a Russian …

Source: Cyprus Mail - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 29, 2026

Belarus frees journalist Andrzej in prisoner swap

Prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland that also saw a total of 10 prisoners released as the authoritarian leader of Belarus seeks improved relations with the West, officials in both countries …

Source: The Pioneer - Right-wing
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Belarus frees prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut in a 10-person prisoner swap

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland that saw a total of 10 people freed as the authoritarian leader of Belarus seeks improved relations with the West, officials in both …

Source: Associated Press - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Poland and Belarus conduct prisoner swap, including Polish journalist Poczobut

Keep our news free from ads and paywalls by making a donation to support our work! Notes from Poland is run by a small editorial team and is published by an independent, non-profit foundation that is funded through donations from our readers. We cannot do …

Source: Notes from Poland - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of US-brokered Polish-Belarusian prisoner swap

Polish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of prisoners swapPolish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut, the 2025 Sakharov prize winner, has been freed from Belarusian prison. His release has been confirmed by Poland’s prime minister …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of US-brokered Polish-Belarusian prisoner swap – as it happened

Polish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of prisoners swapPolish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut, the 2025 Sakharov prize winner, has been freed from Belarusian prison. His release has been confirmed by Poland’s prime minister …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of US-brokered Polish-Belarusian prisoner swap – as it happened

Polish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of prisoners swapPolish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut, the 2025 Sakharov prize winner, has been freed from Belarusian prison. His release has been confirmed by Poland’s prime minister …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of US-brokered Polish-Belarusian prisoner swap – as it happened

Polish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed as part of prisoners swapPolish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut, the 2025 Sakharov prize winner, has been freed from Belarusian prison. His release has been confirmed by Poland’s prime minister …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Apr 24, 2026

The EU’s Ayia Napa holiday

You’re reading Rapporteur on Friday 24 April. This is Nicoletta Ionta in Cyprus, joined by Eddy Wax in Brussels. Need-to-knows: 🟢 EU leaders meet in Ayia Napa amid Iran war energy crisis 🟢 Inside Von der Leyen’s team dinner 🟢 MEPs want EU-wide parties to …

Source: EurActiv - Neutral
Published on Apr 14, 2026

Empires Don’t Resurrect Twice

The most eminent mediocrity of Russia’s political class has called the collapse of the Soviet Union “the greatest geopolitical catastrophe of the 20th century.” In our view, it produced above all the greatest psychiatric catastrophe in the minds of those …

Source: Kyiv Post - Indeterminate

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Published on May 4, 2026 - 10:05 GMT

CSI releases new report on persecution of Armenian church

As European leaders gather in Yerevan for first EU-Armenia Summit, human rights group publishes list of known political prisoners in Armenia ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, May 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Not since the worst excesses of Soviet rule has …

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Published on May 3, 2026 - 23:58 GMT

beIN SPORTS Earns Global Recognition at AIPS Sport Media Awards and International Film Festivals

DOHA, QATAR, May 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- beIN MEDIA GROUP’s (‘beIN’) flagship sports network, beIN SPORTS, earned multiple recognitions at the 2025 AIPS Sport Media Awards, held in Lausanne, Switzerland, with two original productions …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace Express Concern Over Board’s Opposition to Human Rights Resolution in Palantir Proxy Vote

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace (CSJP) is expressing profound disappointment following the Palantir Board of Directors’ decision to actively oppose …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 16:21 GMT

South African Human Rights Commission celebrates Freedom Day

On this Freedom Day, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC/the Commission) joins the country in celebrating 32 years since the transition from apartheid to a democratic dispensation. The Commission would like to use this occasion to remind …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 09:20 GMT

Amnesty Slams UK–US Royal Visit Over Human Rights Concerns

(MENAFN) Amnesty International has strongly criticized the upcoming state visit by King Charles and Queen Camilla to the White House, describing it as “an act of national humiliation,” and urging the UK government to take a firmer position on human rights …

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Published on May 2, 2026 - 07:35 GMT

ICRC director-general concludes official visit to Brazil

High-level meetings took place with Chief Advisor to the Presidency Celso Amorim, Ambassador Marcio Cozendey from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Minister of Justice Wellington César Lima e Silva and Minister of Human Rights and Citizenship Janine …

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Published on May 3, 2026 - 08:16 GMT

ICRC, World Health Organization, Médecins Sans Frontières: Health care must never be a casualty of war

Geneva - Ten years ago, the UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2286 on health care in armed conflicts. The situation is even worse compared to 10 years ago. Today, we mark not an achievement - we mark a failure. As violence affecting …

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Published on May 3, 2026 - 05:16 GMT

A message from NUJ on World Press Freedom Day 2026

The theme of World Press Freedom Day 2026 is ‘Shaping a Future at Peace’. Strong and independent journalism helps to promote and uphold peace, human rights, and social and economic development through providing access to reliable information, scrutinising …

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Published on May 4, 2026 - 10:05 GMT

CSI releases new report on persecution of Armenian church

As European leaders gather in Yerevan for first EU-Armenia Summit, human rights group publishes list of known political prisoners in Armenia ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, May 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Not since the worst excesses of Soviet rule has …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on May 4, 2026 - 08:49 GMT

CCW 2026 Announces Theme 'Echoes of Love' — A Global Exploration of Compassion, Connection, and Cultural Memory

Chinese Culture Week (CCW) returns to the heart of the Edinburgh festivals in 2026 with a new overarching theme: “Echoes of Love.” EDINBURGH, MIDLOTHIAN, UNITED KINGDOM, May 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chinese Culture Week (CCW) returns to …

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Published on May 3, 2026 - 22:40 GMT

10 Best Mother's Day Momcozy Gifts Moms will Actually Use

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, May 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How Everyday Products Make a Difference. Mother's Day gifts are easy to buy, but not always useful. This year, skip the one-time gestures. Choose something she'll actually use every …

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Published on May 3, 2026 - 19:21 GMT

Mother's Day Gifts Moms will Actually Use

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, May 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mother's Day gifts are easy to buy, but not always useful. This year, skip the one-time gestures and choose her everyday comfort. As part of "Choose You Too", Momcozy …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Education ...
Published on May 3, 2026 - 08:16 GMT

ICRC, World Health Organization, Médecins Sans Frontières: Health care must never be a casualty of war

Geneva - Ten years ago, the UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2286 on health care in armed conflicts. The situation is even worse compared to 10 years ago. Today, we mark not an achievement - we mark a failure. As violence affecting …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 2, 2026 - 19:19 GMT

'1922 Revisited' Live Arts Program Announced for 61st Venice Biennale, Preview Week, 5-9 May 2026

Third Space Art Foundation presents performances engaging the 1922 Biennale archive through contemporary African and diasporic practices NEW YORK, NY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Third Space Art Foundation has announced …

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Published on May 2, 2026 - 17:49 GMT

Ahead of World Press Freedom Day, New Book on Hope Spotlights Legacy of Free Press Champion Jon Wolman

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As preparations are underway to mark World Press Freedom Day on May 3 and in a moment marked by deep inequality, eroding public trust, and growing threats to independent journalism, a …

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Published on May 2, 2026 - 17:47 GMT

'When the World Hurts' Gives Overwhelmed Americans a New Way to Understand (and Work With) the World's Pain

Collective healing expert Liz Moyer Benferhat debuts When the World Hurts - a framework for turning the world's pain into purpose and presence NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liz Moyer Benferhat, Collective …

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Published on May 2, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

IRF Roundtable Pakistan Calls for Action to End Religious Discrimination, Forced Conversions

KARACHI, SINDH, PAKISTAN, May 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Religious Freedom (IRF) Roundtable Pakistan convened an urgent consultation where grave concerns were expressed over the continued patterns of religious discrimination, misuse …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 22:53 GMT

Jennifer Maddox Recognized Among Community Leaders at 2026 Orchid Awards in Chicago

Jennifer Maddox joined Chicago leaders at the 2026 Orchid Awards, celebrating purpose, promise, service, and community excellence. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jennifer Maddox was recognized among community …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 21:50 GMT

Life’s Angels 10th Annual 'All-In' Poker Tournament Blows Past $1M Target

More Than 300 People Joined WSOP Celebrities “Norm and Lon” at the Long Island Event Benefitting Families “Dealt a Bad Hand” OYSTER BAY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ten years ago, a group of friends who met monthly to play poker …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 19:39 GMT

New Memoir Recounts Mercury Poisoning, Medical Failure & Recovery Through Detoxification, Indigenous & Ancestral Healing

Awakening in an Age of Metals: Michelle O'Connell Katz speaks into a cultural moment marked by hard questions about medicine, chronic illness, and real healing LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michelle Katz …

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Published on May 2, 2026 - 07:35 GMT

ICRC director-general concludes official visit to Brazil

High-level meetings took place with Chief Advisor to the Presidency Celso Amorim, Ambassador Marcio Cozendey from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Minister of Justice Wellington César Lima e Silva and Minister of Human Rights and Citizenship Janine …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 16:54 GMT

How Technology Is Transforming Remote Community Service Through The People Foundation’s Programs

Technology driven programs from The People Foundation expand access to flexible remote community service while building skills and increasing impact POST FALLS, ID, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Community service has long been …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Community Care Corps Awards $3.5 million to 2026 National Cohort of Grantees to Strengthen Support for Family Caregivers

A $3.5M investment expands programs nationwide to support and uplift family caregivers and strengthen community care. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new wave of community innovation is underway to support …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 15:27 GMT

National Black Church Initiative Applauds the Alfred St. Baptist Church for Paying the Rent of 338 Low-Income Families

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI) is a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities, comprising 27.7 million members, which stands up and recognized …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 15:15 GMT

HeroHomes of Loudoun Partners with One Family Brewing to Build Three Homes for Disabled Veterans

Three homesites on the One Family property in Lovettsville become the foundation for three custom homes built for three disabled veterans and their families. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One Family Brewing, alongside …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 14:48 GMT

National AIDS Memorial Announces Recipients of the Mary Bowman Arts in Activism Award

National AIDS Memorial names 2026 Mary Bowman Award artists, celebrating art activism advancing health and social justice; applications now open. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National AIDS Memorial …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 14:45 GMT

New National Poll Shows Bipartisan Voter Support for Improved Care for Serious Mental Illness and Congressional Action

Survey shows voters believe the health care system is failing people with serious mental illness, want policymakers to make mental health care a top priority. ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new national survey …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

New York’s Young Philanthropy Set Steps Out for Cancer Research at Young Angels Gala

Hosted by Fox 5 NY’s Bianca Peters, the evening honored Elaine Chamberlain and brought together next generation support for Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation …

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