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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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