U.S. Envoy Pushes for Release of Belarusian Prisoners

U.S. envoy John Coale is negotiating for the release of 1,400 Belarusian prisoners, whom President Trump termed 'hostages.' Coale aims for their release in a short time and has already secured the freedom of 52 individuals after talks with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 11-09-2025 21:05 IST | Created: 11-09-2025 21:05 IST
U.S. Envoy Pushes for Release of Belarusian Prisoners

U.S. envoy John Coale has expressed optimism about the imminent release of all 1,400 Belarusian prisoners, whom President Donald Trump has referred to as 'hostages.'

Following negotiations with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Coale announced that 52 prisoners were freed earlier this week.

Coale remains hopeful that the full release of detainees will be achieved shortly, stating, 'Our mission is to get them all out now.'

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