Protesters in Belarus Are Being Jailed and Killed, But That Isn't Stopping Them
Synopsis
Thousands of protesters in Belarus face severe consequences, with many detained and some disappearing or found dead following disputed elections.
Synopsis
In Minsk, opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya calls for supporters to march against President Alexander Lukashenko's 26-year rule following disputed elections. Thousands join the protests, despite the risks of detention and violence. Young demonstrators, like 22-year-old Vitale, express their desire for change after living their entire lives under Lukashenko. The situation intensifies when 28-year-old Nikita Kravsov disappears after confronting police, only to be found dead days later. As protests continue, Lukashenko projects an image of control, even flying over crowds with his son in military attire.
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Why Watch
- See how protests erupted after the 2020 elections.
- Meet families risking everything for change in Belarus.
- Find out about the police officer who quit in protest.
Did You Know
- Alexander Lukashenko has been in power for 26 years.
- Nikita Kravsov's body was found ten days after he disappeared.
- A police officer named Alexander Hemchuk resigned after 14 years of service.
- Thousands of protesters were detained in the early days of the demonstrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the president of Belarus mentioned in the protests?
The president of Belarus mentioned in the protests is Alexander Lukashenko.
What happened to Nikita Kravsov after he faced off against the police?
Nikita Kravsov disappeared after facing off against the police, and ten days later, his badly beaten body was found hanged from a tree.
What action did Alexander Hemchuk take after serving in the police?
Alexander Hemchuk resigned from the police after 14 years of service.
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