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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 3 individuals fighting for freedom and justice

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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 3 individuals fighting for freedom and justice across Russia, Belarus, Georgia, and Central Asia.

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Dzmitryi Melekhavec

Dzmitryi Melekhavec was convicted by the Salihorsk court for insulting the President of Belarus. He was sentenced to imprisonment in a general regime colony. His case was scheduled for appeal in the Minsk Regional Court in November 2024.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Salihorsk, Minsk region

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Iryna Kliazovič

Iryna Kliazovič from Salihorsk was detained during a mass raid on January 23, 2024, targeting relatives of political prisoners and their supporters. She was initially accused of financing extremist activities but was later charged with assisting extremist activities. Her current location is unknown.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Salihorsk, Minsk region

Activism

Aleh Haurylau

Aleh Haurylau is a sports coach from Salihorsk who was detained for distributing protest newspapers. He faced multiple charges, including slander against the President and inciting hostility. He is currently serving a 10-year sentence in a strict regime prison.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

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