Repressions in Belarus

Rector of EHU Vilius Šadauskas

Rector of EHU Vilius Šadauskas / RFE/RL

This was reported by EHU rector Vilius Šadauskas.
Participants of the “Festival of Hope” in Minsk, May 17, 2026.

Participants of the “Festival of Hope” in Minsk, May 17, 2026. / Franklin Graham / Facebook

In recent years, the authorities have forced Protestant believers into a state of underground existence.
“Festival of Hope” in Minsk

“Festival of Hope” in Minsk / instagram.com/hopefestminsk

A large Protestant event called the “Festival of Hope”.
Belarusian political prisoners with John Cole

Belarusian political prisoners with John Cole / x.com/johnpcoale

235 people remained in Belarus, while 15 were transferred to Lithuania.
Яго падазраюць у злачынствах супраць чалавечнасці.

Яго падазраюць у злачынствах супраць чалавечнасці. / Getty Images

Lukashenko is suspected of crimes against humanity.
.

. / pixabay.com

Reports indicate illegal dismissals in several Belarusian regions.
Gomel Remand Prison No. 3

Gomel Remand Prison No. 3 / Выданне "Наша Ніва"

The man was lucky — he spent 80 days in the Gomel remand prison before being released.
Nils Muižnieks

Nils Muižnieks / Scanpix/AP

This is how Nils Muižnieks commented on the release of 123 prisoners.
Viktar Babaryka

Viktar Babaryka / Хочу жить

On December 13, 123 people were released from the colonies. This was made possible thanks to the efforts of the United States.