Hanna Valynets

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Belarus: How Political Persecution Extends to Families

The authorities routinely harass and arrest relatives of activists as a tactic of intimidation.

13 Apr 23

Nasha Niva, Belarus' oldest newspaper, was banned in November 2021 and declared an extremist formation in January 2022 as part of a continuous crackdown on journalists and government's critics.

Nasha Niva, Belarus' oldest newspaper, was banned in November 2021 and declared an extremist formation in January 2022 as part of a continuous crackdown on journalists and government's critics. © Monica Ellena/IWPR

Belarus’ Oldest Outlet Epitomises Struggle for Press Freedom

In one of the world’s most dangerous countries for reporters, mere dissent can lead to years in jail.

27 Jan 23

Belarusians in Ukraine Help Their Adopted Home

Tens of thousands fled over the border after the disputed 2020 elections. Now, many are volunteering to help the war effort.

17 Jun 22

Belarusians Weigh Cost of War

"I will leave or go to prison, but I will not shoot."

10 Mar 22

Beatings and torture, long an issue of concern, have become commonplace in Belarus since people first rose up to protest the elections in August 2020.

Beatings and torture, long an issue of concern, have become commonplace in Belarus since people first rose up to protest the elections in August 2020. © Andrew Keymaster/Unsplash

Belarus: Police Violence Continues

Beatings and torture, long an issue of concern, have become commonplace since the August 2020 uprising.

22 Feb 22

In the hope to cross into the European Union, refugees camp in freezing conditions along the barbed wire fence marking the border between Poland and Belarus.

In the hope to cross into the European Union, refugees camp in freezing conditions along the barbed wire fence marking the border between Poland and Belarus. © Polish Ministry of Defense

Belarus: Refugee Crisis Not Yet Out of The Woods

While some asylum seekers have been moved to temporary accommodation, the underlying issues remain unresolved.

26 Nov 21

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