Belarus opposition leader Tsikhanouskaya doubts Belarus soldiers will join Russia in Ukraine

Synopsis

In Minsk, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya faces a trial In Absentia, charged with attempting to seize power and treason. She emphasizes that this trial is not about Justice but rather a means for the Belarus regime to retaliate against opposition figures. Living in Exile, Tsikhanouskaya expresses concern that the trial's outcome may lead to actions from Interpol, complicating her travels. She notes that this is the second trial in absentia in Belarus, following a similar case against Olympic swimmer Alexandre Geraciminia. Tsikhanouskaya highlights the ongoing repression and lawlessness in Belarus, urging the international community to pay attention to the human rights violations occurring in her country. She warns that the regime may soon strip citizenship from those labeled as terrorists or extremists, creating further challenges for Belarusian citizens abroad. Tsikhanouskaya calls for new mechanisms to support these individuals and stresses the importance of keeping Belarus in the global conversation, especially during events like the World Economic Forum in Davos.