Cybercrime & Courts: A US judge sentenced Belarusian Maksim Silnikau to 16 years for running Ransom Cartel, a ransomware-as-a-service operation that attacked at least 18 companies. Belarus Tech Policy: Belarusian scientists explain why 177 settlements were removed from the radioactive contamination zone, arguing the government’s “clean” list is a health-cost budget fix. Energy & Supply Chains: Ukraine’s drone strikes repeatedly hit Russia’s Slavneft-YANOS refinery, while Russia authorizes lower-grade gasoline (Euro-2 to Euro-4) through 2027—an attempt to stabilize fuel after refinery damage. Belarus Fuel Link: Reuters reports record July rail shipments of gasoline and diesel from Belarus to Russia, showing Belarus refineries are propping up Russian fuel flows despite attacks. Defense Tech & Drones: Lukashenko says he’s considering a “universal” counter-drone system, and analysts assess a Belarus Su-25 “nuclear” exercise as more survival-focused than tactical nuclear practice. Connectivity & Security: A report looks at Bluetooth mesh apps and why they can surge during internet shutdowns—useful for protests, but also for hostile actors. Space/Comms Regulation: Starlink coverage expands, but some countries raise regulatory and security concerns, while Belarus is listed among those not currently slated for service. Extremism & Online History: A Homiel local history Telegram channel (“In Search of Old Homiel”) was added to Belarus’ extremist materials list, suspending its quiz format.