Belarus raids target opposition-run ‘people’s embassies,’ authorities confirm
Belarusian authorities confirmed on Wednesday that dozens more raids had been carried out against opposition figures suspected of so-called “extremist” activity. The latest crackdown targets efforts by opponents of Alexander Lukashenko’s dictatorial regime to create a “people’s embassy.” The “embassy” aims to counter Belarusian state propaganda in the United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, Canada, as well […]
Belarus imprisons Catholic activist for insulting Lukashenko
A Catholic activist in Belarus was sentenced to three years in prison on Friday for charges that Western diplomats have denounced as politically motivated, the latest move in authorities’ sweeping crackdown on the country’s civil society. be. Vladislav Belazed, 33, who taught catechism at the Cathedral of the Holy Name of the Virgin Mary in […]
Moscow is waging war on Ukrainian identity, and Belarus is helping
Russia’s war on Ukrainian identity is intensifying. For nearly two years now, the Kremlin has been trying to control its western neighbor through its military means. However, over time, it became clear that another objective of this campaign was the complete erasure of Ukrainian identity and culture. To be sure, this struggle did not begin […]
Belarus’ authoritarian leader tightens control over the country’s religious groups
TALLINN, Estonia (AP) – Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has signed into law a law that significantly tightens control over various religious sects and organizations. The law, published on the president's website this week, requires all sects and religious groups to reapply for state registration, although authorities reserve the right to refuse. Lukashenko signs bill granting […]