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View Timeline →‘Roya’: A Clandestinely Shot Film on a Teacher's Imprisonment in Iran Highlights Resistance
The film 'Roya,' directed by Mahnaz Mohammadi, tells the story of a teacher imprisoned in Iran for her beliefs, marking Mohammadi's return to the cinema…
Belarus, After Approaching the U.S., Seeks to Exit Political Isolation and Engage with Europe
A senior official from Belarus is engaging with European countries to break the country's political isolation, a move that follows improved relations with the U.S.…
Following the Release of 2 Prominent Critics of Lukashenko, the U.S. Lifted Some Sanctions on Belarus
Belarus has released two prominent political prisoners, Ales Bialiatski and Maria Kolesnikova, leading to the U.S. lifting some sanctions on Belarusian potash exports. This development…
Emmanuel Macron: The Russian Flag Should Have No Place at the Olympics in France
French President Emmanuel Macron declared that the Russian flag should not be displayed at the Paris Olympics due to Russia's actions in Ukraine. He emphasized…
UK Ministry of Defence: Kremlin May No Longer Financially Support Wagner Group
The UK Ministry of Defence suggests that Russia may cease financial support for the Wagner Group following a failed coup by its leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin.…
Wagner Mercenaries Training Belarusian Soldiers
Wagner mercenaries are now training Belarusian soldiers, marking the first implementation of an agreement following their rebellion in Russia. This development involves key figures like…
Racist Shooter in Texas Sentenced to 90 Consecutive Life Sentences
Patrick Crusius, a 24-year-old white supremacist, was sentenced to 90 consecutive life sentences for a 2019 mass shooting at a Texas Walmart that killed 23…
Eight-Year Prison Sentence Issued for Journalist in Belarus
Roman Protasevich, a Belarusian journalist, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for conspiracy against the government after being arrested during the forced landing…
Radio Free Europe Reports Violent Actions Against Its Journalists in Various Countries
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reported that its journalists have faced violent actions in at least 10 countries since 2017, highlighting the relentless pressure on press…
Belarusians Strip After Lukashenko's Speech
Belarusian President Lukashenko's speech urging citizens to 'strip and work' sparked a national movement where people shared nude photos on social media. This incident highlights…
Fire in a Psychiatric Hospital in Western Minsk Claims at Least Thirty Lives
A fire in a psychiatric hospital in Belarus has resulted in at least thirty fatalities, with staff attempting to control the blaze. An investigation into…
The Law Regulating Religious Activities in Belarus Contradicts International Principles of Religious Freedom and Human Rights
The U.S. has condemned Belarus's new law on religious practices for violating international standards of religious freedom and human rights. This stance aligns the U.S.…
Harassment of Radio Free Europe Journalists by the Belarusian Government - 2002-08-15
An international organization has called on the Belarusian government to cease the harassment of journalists from Radio Free Europe and to provide them with credentials.…