President Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned 30 individuals convicted of participating in antigovernment protests. The decree particularly focuses on parents, highlighting a humanitarian gesture amidst a crackdown on dissent.
The 30 pardoned include notable figures like trade union leader Vasil Berasnieu and former opposition candidate Ryhor Kastusiou, showcasing a selective approach to mercy amid ongoing repression.
Despite the pardons, nearly 1,400 individuals remain imprisoned for dissent in Belarus, emphasizing the severity of the situation and the ongoing crackdown on opposition voices within the country.
Amidst these developments, protests erupted in 2020 after a contested election. The situation has escalated post-2022 with Belarus allowing Russian forces to use its territory, leading to deeper isolation.
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