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Barys Vitko

Barys Vitko is a retiree from Lyakhavichy who faced multiple charges for criticizing officials and the President online. He has serious health issues and suffered a stroke while in detention. He was sentenced to over seven years in a high-security colony.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

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