Belarus–Pakistan Defence Ties: A Belarusian military delegation met Pakistan’s Air Force leadership in Islamabad, with both sides stressing deeper cooperation via joint training, exercises, technology and defence-industry partnerships. EU Football Fallout: UEFA backed a World Cup boycott if FIFA’s plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors goes ahead, and listed Belarus among the countries that would be absent from FIFA competitions under the stance. Sports Ban Update: The IIHF said Russia and Belarus will stay excluded from most major ice hockey events in 2026-27, including the men’s World Championship, while reviewing Russia’s women’s eligibility separately. Lithuania–Belarus Security: Lithuania said it asked its security services to reassess whether Belarus-linked businessman Andrei Shimanovich poses a national-security threat after an investigation into apps allegedly developed in Belarus. Border Smuggling: Lithuanian border guards intercepted three drones carrying contraband cigarettes from Belarus, seizing 3,000 packs and launching a pre-trial probe. Minsk Airport Upgrade: Minsk National Airport is expanding its parking lot, adding 884 spaces, including 542 for visitors and 342 for service vehicles. Minsk–Poland Terror Alert: Belarusian intelligence claims it tipped Poland off about a planned attack targeting opposition figure Svetlana Tikhanovskaya’s children. Democratic Forces: Marharyta Vorykhava announced she is stepping down as the United Transitional Cabinet’s youth policy representative, saying she will focus on building foundations for the democratic movement.