Belarus experienced its largest protests in history in August 2020, sparked by rigged election results favoring Alexander Lukashenko. Citizens criticized the government for mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic and arresting opposition candidates. In response to the protests, security forces employed excessive violence, leading to injuries and deaths. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya ran for president in place of her imprisoned husband but was forced into exile. Lukashenko maintains power with Russian support, having aided in the Ukraine war and creating a migration crisis, planning to remain in power until at least 2030.
In Belarus' largest protests in history, citizens protested against the rigged presidential election and the government's failure to address COVID-19, leading to widespread violence.
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya entered the presidential race in place of her husband, Siarhei Tsikhanouski, but was forced into exile amid oppressive government actions.
Alexander Lukashenko's regime has relied on Russian support, aiding in the Ukraine war, creating a migration crisis, and continuing authoritarian rule until at least 2030.
Despite stating he will not seek another term after his current five-year term, Lukashenko's intentions remain unclear, especially regarding his son's future involvement.
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