Belarus and Poland Swap Five Prisoners Amid Ongoing Tensions Over Ukraine War

International media have reported that Belarus and Poland have exchanged five prisoners at their shared border, a move taking place amid ongoing tensions between the West and Russia over the war in Ukraine. According to reports, the exchange occurred at the border point between the two countries. Belarus released three Polish nationals, including journalist Andrei Poczobut, and two Moldovan citizens. In return, Poland freed five Belarusian citizens who are said to have been involved in intelligence activities. No further details have been disclosed regarding the identities or detention circumstances of these individuals. Belarus is considered a close ally of Russia, while Poland, as a NATO member, is a major supporter of Ukraine in its war against Russia. Media sources stated that the United States played a role in facilitating this agreement.