Russian Activist Oleg Orlov Exposes Repression Under Putin's Regime
#Russia #PoliticalPrisonersNobel-winning rights group leader, Oleg Orlov, condemns Putin for Russia's regression toward Stalinist repression, himself freed in a major prisoner swap. Amid over 760 political prisoners in Russia, Orlov vows to advocate for them while in exile. read more
#Belarus #PoliticalPrisoners
Dozens of Nobel laureates, including Svetlana Alexievich, called for Belarusian President Lukashenko to release 1,400 political prisoners, urging compassion and amnesty. The plea comes after severe crackdowns on opposition figures following rigged elections in 2020. read more
#Belarus #PoliticalPrisoners
Belarusian authorities are withholding medicine from imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate, worsening his health, says his wife. Ales Bialiatski suffers chronic illnesses, with his family trying to provide medication, but authorities refuse. Political prisoners in Belarus endure harsh conditions, lack medical care. read more
#Belarus #PoliticalPrisoners
Belarusian authorities are demanding political prisoners publicly repent to be released, dismissed by activists as unacceptable. President Lukashenko pledged to free some, leading to the release of 18 so far. The US and EU support but urge the release of all 2020 protesters. read more