The decision follows a string of airspace violations involving balloons launched from Belarusian territory that forced multiple airport closures.

In a statement issued Wednesday by the bloc’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, on behalf of all 27 member countries, the EU said it “strongly condemns Belarus’ persistent and provocative actions” after the ...

Lithuania has extended border closures with Belarus until at least the end of November due to smuggling incidents involving balloons. The European Union supports Lithuania's actions, while Belarus ...