Cybersecurity & Health Services: The U.S. Treasury sanctioned First VPN Service (1VPNS) and its administrator, alleging the VPN helped ransomware gangs attack U.S. hospitals and municipal services; the action also targeted a Belarus-linked “cryptor” seller accused of disguising malware. Belarus–Uzbekistan Labor & Worker Health: Belarus plans to recruit 5,000 more workers from Uzbekistan starting in September 2026, with claims they’ll get the same access to schools and kindergartens as locals and that medical checks will be done before work. Public Health & Education Workforce: Belarus universities enrolled about 5,600 students under the target-admission scheme (90% of the plan), including roughly 2,000 in medical programmes, with remaining places shifting to general admissions. Health Policy Administration: The government amended the Prypiatskaje Palesse Development Programme for 2025–2030, adding named personal responsibility for implementation across ministries including healthcare. Travel Safety for Expats: The U.S. listed Belarus among 23 countries on Level 4 “Do Not Travel,” citing risks tied to support for Russia’s war and arbitrary enforcement of local laws. Wellness Tech in Belarus: A Belarusian vlogger tried AI-powered wellness in China, visiting smart health service sites and following AI-guided traditional exercises like tai chi and baduanjin.