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Dzmitryi Kapuza

Dzmitryi Kapuza was arrested in January 2024 near the border, accused of terrorism and illegal possession of explosives. He reports being severely beaten by KGB officers during his arrest and detention. The case was later reclassified from terrorism to treason. He was sentenced to 24 years in prison.

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LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Drahichyn, Brest region

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Volha Kapuza

Volha Kapuza was detained along with her husband in January 2024 near the Belarusian-Ukrainian border. They were accused of working for Ukrainian intelligence services and smuggling explosives. The couple was featured in state propaganda videos during their arrest. She was sentenced to 21 years in a general regime colony.

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LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Convicted