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Overview of the fight against “extremism” in Belarus for April-June 2023

The review reflects the main trends in the use of markers “extremism” and “terrorism” in Belarus from April to June 2023. We investigate the publications of state media, pro-government Telegram channels, independent media, and human rights organizations. Migrants and refugees

Statement on the extradition of tajik activist Nizomiddin Nasriddin from Belarus

On July 24, it became known that activist Nizomiddin Nasriddinov was extradited from Belarus to Tajikistan, where he faces serious risk of torture due to his political beliefs. There is no information available about Nizomiddin’s current situation in Tajikistan.

Belarus authorities should immediately and unconditionally release woman human rights defender Nasta Loika

16 international and Belarusian human rights organizations call for Nasta Loika’s immediate and unconditional release. 

Statement by Human Constanta team on the trial of human rights defender Anastasia Loika 

The trial against our colleague human rights defender Anastasia Loika (Nasta Lojka) is beginning in the Minsk City Court on 13 June 2023 at 10-30 a.m.

Overview of the fight against “extremism” in Belarus for January-March 2023

The overview reflects the main trends in the use of the markers "extremism" and "terrorism" in Belarus from January to March 2023. Migrants and refugees

The Supreme Court has agreed with the decision of the Prosecutor General’s Office, and Tajik activist Nizomiddin Nasriddinov may soon be extradited to Tajikistan

On Thursday, April 20, the Supreme Court of Belarus considered an appeal against the decision of the Grodno Regional Court to extradite activist Nizomiddin Nasriddinov to Tajikistan.

Migrants and refugees

Free legal office for the protection of the rights of foreign citizens and stateless persons: report for 2022

This report provides an overview of the activities of the Free legal office, the specifics of applications and a description of the legislative and enforcement challenges that we faced in 2022. Migrants and refugees

How to behave in case of emergency at the border

How to behave in case of emergency at the border:i nstructions and contacts of organizations that provide assistance

Joint Statement – Belarus: End Persecution and Ill-Treatment of Woman Human Rights Defender Nasta Lojka

Belarusian authorities should immediately and unconditionally free Nasta Lojka, a woman human rights defender held behind bars since 28 October 2022 who is being prosecuted on politically motivated incitement and other charges that carry a maximum 12 years in prison.