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In a joint news conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko announced that citizens of both countries can now participate in local elections, signifying a potential move towards deeper political integration. Additionally, they announced the mutual security treaty between Russia and Belarus has entered into force. The leaders also discussed their 'friendship' and their views on NATO and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Courtesy: metro.co.uk

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