Women have become the face of the protests against President Aleksandr Lukashenko, and his police force rounded up more than 300 participants in a “Women’s March” in Minsk on Saturday.
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On Ukraine’s Border, the Coronavirus Ends a Hasidic Pilgrimage
After days of pleading to enter Ukraine despite virus travel restrictions, some pilgrims sang the country’s national anthem, to no avail. Most turned back on Friday.
Covid Strands Hasidic Pilgrims on Ukraine-Belarus Border
Hundreds of Jewish pilgrims seeking to travel from Belarus to Ukraine to visit the grave of a revered rabbi were barred from entering because of virus restrictions.
Embattled Belarus Leader Beset by More Protests Before Putin Summit
President Aleksandr G. Lukashenko has for weeks tried to quell protests against his re-election claim. A day before meeting President Vladimir V. Putin, his main backer, he continued to crack down on the opposition.
As Both Sides Dig In, What’s the Endgame for Belarus?
President Aleksandr G. Lukashenko seems set on relentless repression, while protesters think peaceful defiance will win in the end.
At the U.S. Open, Players From Belarus Eye Unrest at Home
The country would normally be excited about the strong performances of Belarusian athletes. But mass demonstrations and fury against an authoritarian president have loomed over their tournament.
Opposition Leader in Belarus Averts Expulsion by Tearing Up Passport
Maria Kolesnikova, who was abducted on Monday by Belarusian security agents, found a way to foil their plans.
For Aging Belarus Rockers, a Late Shot at Stardom
Forced underground in the 1990s to a life of cover gigs and guitar lessons, they are re-emerging amid the country’s political awakening.
For Aging Belarus Rockers, a Late Shot at Stardom
Forced underground in the 1990s to a life of cover gigs and guitar lessons, they are re-emerging amid the country’s political awakening.
Protesters Flood Streets in Belarus but Lukashenko Refuses to Bend
The authorities sealed off streets in the capital to clamp down on demonstrations but mostly refrained from the heavy-handed violence.