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President Lukashenko claims NATO has aggressive plans against Belarus

Belarus' authoritarian leader has accused NATO of aggressively poisitioning forces along its Polish and Lithuanian borders.

Europe Decoded

What is the role of social media in the Belarus protests? | #TheCube

From Twitter to Telegram, people in Belarus have been using social media to galvanise their movement. Here in #TheCube we speak with Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya about internet shutdowns, why social media has been crucial, and what's next for Belarus.

Belarus

'I won't run in new election' Belarus opposition leader tells Euronews

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya told Euronews she would not run if new, fair elections were held in Belarus, and that her role is to help in the transition of power after 26 years of rule under Alexander Lukashenko.

Albania

'Give us a chance': Albanian PM says OSCE must mediate Belarus crisis

“I am proposing that the OSCE becomes a facilitator of the necessary dialogue, to help Belarus out of this situation,” said Edi Rama.

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Belarus

EU calls on Moscow to refrain from Belarus intervention

Putin says he's ready to send forces to Belarus if protests spin 'out of control'. But the EU and NATO have called on him to refrain from intervening.

Belarus

For Belarus, a new chapter has begun - but how will it end?

Nadzeya and many of her countrymen have been on an emotional rollercoaster since the disputed election result of August 9, 2020. Hers is the story of thousands, but it's a story without an ending. From elation to detainment, here is the story of the Belarus protests.

Belarus

Belarus: Lukashenko ‘afraid of his own people’ claims opposition

Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko is “afraid of his own people” a member of the Belarusian Opposition Coordination Council has told Euronews, after Lukashenko called on Russian president Vladimir Putin to help quell unrest in the country.

Europe Decoded

Telegram changes emoji of Belarus flag in solidarity with protesters

"Because of the dictatorship of Alexander Lukashenko, the red-green flag is now strongly connected to repression, torture and police violence," journalist Franak Viačorka told Euronews.

Belarus

'I cannot forget what has happened,' says striking worker in Belarus

Despite threats of sackings or prosecutions, some workers in Belarus are determined to go ahead with strikes in protest against the reelection of Alexander Lukashenko. Julia is one such worker and tells Euronews why she's striking.

Belarus

'Are you looking for a bloodbath?': Spanish MEP blasts Tsikhanouskaya

Spanish MEP Manu Pineda blasted Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, asking her if she would accept sanctions against those who didn't vote for her.

Belarus

'Belarus has woken up': Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya addresses MEPs

The opposition leader, who has become a lightning rod for protests in Belarus, addressed MEPs via video link from exile in Lithuania.

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Lukashenko brandishes rifle as he leaves helicopter

Belarus' authoritarian president has made a dramatic show of defiance against massive protests demanding his resignation.

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Huge human chain in Lithuania to show support for Belarus protesters

Around 50,000 people in Lithuania expressed their solidarity with those demanding democratic reforms in neighbouring Belarus.

Lithuania

Thousands form human chain in Lithuania in solidarity with Belarus

Tens of thousands of people joined hands forming a human chain from Vilnius to Medininkai in Lithuania, as a show of solidarity with Belarusians fighting for democracy in their country.

Belarus

'Lies, lies, lies': Belarusian journalists on working for state media

Belarusian journalists are quitting their jobs at state-run media companies. They told Euronews why.

Ukraine

I would repeat Belarus election, Ukraine's leader Zelensky says

Exclusive: Volodymyr Zelensky says if Lukashenko were 'confident' of his chances, he would hold a fresh election in a month and permit foreign observers

Belarus

Belarus or "White Russia"? What's in a name

Opposition demonstrations have dominated worldwide headlines, but media coverage has differed in one noticeable way across Europe - how to name the country involved.

Belarus

'They say I sold out to Europe': Belarusian police officer resigns

"Seventeen years of service over... My conscience is clear," Yegor Yemelyanov, a former captain of the Belarusian police wrote on Instagram. He was then promptly detained.

Belarus

How are Russian media presenting the unfolding of events in Belarus?

Foreign interference or true organic movement? How Russian media report on the protests in Belarus.

Belarus

Belarusian ambassador resigns in support of protesters

The ambassador's resignation could indicate growing dissent at a high level of government in Belarus.