Belarus
Ambassador: Vacant
Chargé d'Affaires--Michael Scanlan
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U.S. Welcomes News of Emanuel Zeltser's Imminent Release
Spokesman Kelly (June 30): "We understand that President Lukashenko has signed a presidential decree pardoning Mr. Zeltser. As you know, the Department and also our Embassy in Minsk have always advocated for Mr. Zeltser’s release on humanitarian grounds, and we welcome this news and are glad that his release appears imminent." Full Text
Spokesman Kelly (June 30): "We understand that President Lukashenko has signed a presidential decree pardoning Mr. Zeltser. As you know, the Department and also our Embassy in Minsk have always advocated for Mr. Zeltser’s release on humanitarian grounds, and we welcome this news and are glad that his release appears imminent." Full Text
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