Maria Kolesnikova urges the EU to pair diplomacy and sanctions to free Belarusian political prisoners and reduce Russia-linked regional risk.
Venezuela freed 131 political prisoners amid national reconciliation talks, a move that could influence currency stability and household finances in the long term.
US lifts sanctions on Belarus-linked Bel-Kap-Steel amid prisoner releases, potentially easing economic pressure on households and stabilizing currency and investments.
Activists protested Russia's participation in the Venice Biennale, highlighting political tensions that coincide with economic sanctions impacting Russian household budgets and savings.