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Lukashenko Defends Election Amidst 1,200 Political Prisoners

1/27/2025

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Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko staunchly defended the disputed election process, rejecting accusations of a sham vote. He pointed to political rivals imprisoned or exiled for their beliefs, amidst a staggering count of over 1,200 political prisoners. Critics warn that this harsh crackdown on dissent threatens the very essence of democracy in Belarus.

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Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko staunchly defended the disputed election process, rejecting accusations of a sham vote. He pointed to political rivals imprisoned or exiled for their beliefs, amidst a staggering count of over 1,200 political prisoners. Critics warn that this harsh crackdown on dissent threatens the very essence of democracy in Belarus.