Massive protests erupted in Belarus in August 2020, spurred by rigged election results and governmental neglect in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. Citizens from various sectors, including women, students, and professionals, protested against the regime of Alexander Lukashenko, who had ruled for over 25 years. The protests were met with severe violence, resulting in injuries and deaths, while many dissenters, including opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, faced exile. Lukashenko's regime continued to strengthen ties with Russia and maintained an authoritarian stance amidst calls for change, raising questions about future prospects for democracy in Belarus.
The largest protests in Belarus' history erupted in 2020, fueled by anger over a rigged presidential election and the mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Women, students, workers, and various professionals openly protested against autocratic rule, facing violence from security forces in response to their demands for change.
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya entered the presidential race in place of her imprisoned husband but was forced into exile, illustrating the harsh consequences of dissent in Belarus.
Despite the protests, Alexander Lukashenko secured Russian support and continued his authoritarian rule, raising questions about the potential for change in Belarus.
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