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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 5 individuals fighting for freedom and justice

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Comprehensive archive of political persecution — 5 individuals fighting for freedom and justice across Russia, Belarus, Georgia, and Central Asia.

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Banar D.

Banar D., a resident of Moscow, is accused of cooperating with a foreign state against the security of the Russian Federation. He is being held in custody and faces up to 8 years of imprisonment.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Abduhalim Nazarzoda

The article mentions Abduhalim Nazarzoda, former deputy minister of defense, whose rebellion led to the banning of the Islamic Renaissance Party in 2015. Nazarzoda was one of the last commanders of the United Tajik Opposition forces who was integrated into the government.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Vital Paprocki

Vital Paprocki is a former law enforcement officer who rose to the rank of lieutenant colonel of justice. He was one of five former security officials who signed an appeal against violence against Belarusians in August 2020. He was subsequently detained and charged with crimes related to national security and inciting hostility.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Andrei Burdzenja

Andrei Burdzenja is an IT specialist who was detained in September 2023. He was accused of making negative comments about Lukashenko, law enforcement, and Russian military personnel. He was subsequently convicted on multiple charges including insulting the President and inciting social hostility.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

Yauhen Burlo

Yauhen Burlo is a musician from the group 'Tor-band' based in Rahachow. He was detained in October 2022, and his band was subsequently designated as an extremist formation. He faces severe health issues, including osteonecrosis of the hip joints, while serving his sentence.

LAST UPDATED · MAY 26, 2026

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