Belarus–Pakistan Defence Ties: A Belarusian military delegation met Pakistan’s air chief in Islamabad, with both sides stressing deeper cooperation via joint training, exercises, tech collaboration and defence-industry links. EU Football Fallout: UEFA says it will boycott FIFA competitions if FIFA pushes ahead with plans to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, and Belarus is listed among the countries that would be affected. Sports Sanctions Update: The IIHF keeps Russia and Belarus barred from most major men’s ice hockey events for 2026-27, including the men’s World Championship, while Belarus remains excluded from the World Junior Championship. Lithuania Security Review: Lithuania’s Migration Department asked security bodies to reassess Belarus-linked businessman Andrei Shimanovich after an investigation alleged apps marketed as Lithuanian were developed in Belarus and could send user data to Belarus/Russia. Cross-border Crime: Lithuania intercepted three drones carrying contraband cigarettes from Belarus, seizing 3,000 packs worth about €16,380. Armenia Investment Dispute: Dual Belarusian-Russian investor Nikalai Vinitski filed a notice of intent to arbitrate against Armenia over alleged expropriation involving four Armenian enterprises. Minsk Airport Upgrade: Minsk National Airport is expanding parking by 884 spaces, including 542 for visitors and 342 for service vehicles. Travel Update: Turkish Airlines plans to resume Istanbul–Minsk flights from 20 September 2026. Weather: A red heat alert is in place for Saturday, with up to 35–37°C in Brest and Homiel regions.