Exclusive: Trump envoy's push to reopen Lithuanian ports to Belarus exposes rift in Washington

John Coale's initiative to reopen Lithuanian ports for Belarusian potash exports is not supported by the broader U.S. administration, highlighting internal divisions. Lithuania remains firm in its stance against allowing these exports, despite Coale's independent actions. The U.S. lifted sanctions on Belarusian potash producers, but EU sanctions still restrict trade. U.S. officials express frustration over disjointed foreign policy efforts within the Trump administration, with some describing it as 'schizophrenic.' White House officials defend the sanctions lift as a sign of improved relations with Belarus, citing political prisoner releases.