Belarus begins potash exports to US, demands Citibank return $43-44M

Belarusian President Lukashenko announced the start of potash fertilizer supplies to the United States, with a ship loading expected to complete by September 12. He also demanded the return of $43-44 million allegedly held at Citibank. This marks a notable shift in trade relations, potentially circumventing sanctions, though the claim's veracity and scale remain uncertain.