October 08, 2025
Summary of the “For Democratic Belarus” Alliance meeting in Paris
On October 6–7, the Alliance of Parliamentary Groups “For Democratic Belarus” held a meeting in Paris. It brought together more than a hundred participants, including members of parliament from fourteen European countries, representatives of two international organizations, Belarusian experts, activists, and members of the United Transitional Cabinet and the Coordination Council. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya and Frédéric […]
October 08, 2025
Paris Memorandum
Paris Memorandum Alliance of Parliamentary Groups “For a Democratic Belarus” We, the representatives of parliamentary groups “For a Democratic Belarus” of national parliaments and international parliamentary organizations, at the 3rd meeting of the Alliance of Parliamentary Groups “For a Democratic Belarus” in Paris, reaffirm our common goal – the restoration of democracy in Belarus through […]
October 08, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya held a meeting with the French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, in Paris today, with Siarhei Tsikhanouski also joining the meeting. The parties discussed: France’s policy toward Belarus and the security situation in the region; steps toward the release of political prisoners in Belarus; support for independent media; expanded visa […]
October 08, 2025
Alliance of Parliamentary Groups “For Democratic Belarus” gathered in Paris
The third meeting of the Alliance of Parliamentary Groups “For Democratic Belarus” opened in Paris today, organized by the National Assembly of France and the Office of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. The opening session featured speeches by: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya; Yaël Braun-Pivet, President of the French National Assembly; Frédéric Petit, Chair of the Parliamentary Group “For Democratic Belarus” […]
October 07, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya addressed the Alliance of Parliamentary Groups “For Democratic Belarus”
Today, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya began her visit to France to take part in the third meeting of the Alliance of Parliamentary Groups “For Democratic Belarus” in Paris, together with Siarhei Tsikhanouski. She delivered an opening address focused on the political situation in Belarus and the country’s European prospects. On the situation inside the country: “The situation […]
October 07, 2025
European Political Community Summit and Warsaw Security Forum. Weekly updates from Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office: September 29 – October 5
EUROPEAN POLITICAL COMMUNITY SUMMIT Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya participated in the European Political Community Summit, attended by over 50 leaders from European countries. She held brief meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda, Moldovan President Maia Sandu, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and several other leaders. […]
October 04, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Estonia’s Special Representative Karmen Laus
Today, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met in Vilnius with Karmen Laus, Estonia’s new Special Representative for the Democratic Forces of Belarus. The parties discussed: the current situation of political prisoners in Belarus and possible ways to secure their release; support for Belarusians in Estonia, including issues of legal documents, internship opportunities, and education; regional security, the Zapad‑2025 […]
October 03, 2025
Pavel Tereshkovich’s address on Teacher’s Day
Advisor to Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya on Science and Education, Pavel Tereshkovich, addresses Belarusians on Teacher’s Day: “Today, teachers across Belarus are receiving congratulations on the eve of Teacher’s Day, which is celebrated on Sunday. Teacher’s Day is not only a professional holiday with bouquets of flowers, and greetings from parents and children. It is also a […]
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Moldovan President Maia Sandu
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, during the European Political Community Summit. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “I would like to congratulate you once again on PAS’s victory in the parliamentary elections! Moldova is an example for all of us. I admire your leadership, courage, and dedication to democratic values. I want to express […]
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with French President Emmanuel Macron
During the European Political Community Summit in Copenhagen, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “I thanked President Macron for his consistent support of democratic Belarus and solidarity with the Belarusian people. We truly appreciate that France continues to stand by our side in the struggle for freedom and human […]
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, during the European Political Community Summit in Copenhagen. She thanked Prime Minister Tusk for supporting democratic Belarus: “I am grateful to Poland for its solidarity and unwavering support of the Belarusian people in our struggle for freedom and democracy. It is truly important to […]
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s speech at the European Political Community Summit press conference
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya spoke at a press conference after the European Political Community Summit in Copenhagen, opening it with a brief statement: “I want to thank Denmark and the European Political Community for inviting us. While dictators like Putin and Lukashenka are not here, the voice of the Belarusian people is. Belarusians deserve a European future. […]
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with European leaders at the European Political Community Summit
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya is participating in the European Political Community Summit in Copenhagen. She has met with a number of leaders from European countries. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “The summit is an important platform where countries discuss Europe’s security and future. Here, we remind our partners that our people are fighting for freedom and deserve a place in […]
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya to participate in the European Political Community Summit
Today, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya is taking part in the European Political Community (EPC) Summit, which is attended by more than 50 leaders of European countries. The participants include the President of France, Emmanuel Macron; the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz; the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy; the President of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda; the President of Moldova, […]
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the European Political Community Summit
During the European Political Community Summit in Copenhagen, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the President of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda, and the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz “Glad to meet with Gitanas Nausėda and Friedrich Merz. Thanks to Germany and Lithuania for supporting Belarusians and showing solidarity”, Ms. Tsikhanouskaya commented following the meeting.
October 02, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the European Political Community Summit
During the European Political Community Summit in Copenhagen, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. “Glad to see President Zelenskyy. We support Ukraine and its fight for freedom and independence. The fate of Belarus also depends on Ukraine. Thanks to President Zelenskyy for his courage and the agreement to continue our communication”, […]
October 01, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s address on the International Day of Older Persons
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “From childhood, we are taught to respect our elders: to give up a seat on public transport, help them cross the street, or carry heavy bags. We value their life experience and treat them with care. That is why it is especially painful to see the difficulties faced by elderly people in Belarus. […]
October 01, 2025
Monthly recap: September 2025. Key events, new research, and notable achievements of Belarusian activists and NGOs
LegalHub and Human Constanta launched ChilDoc, a project to prevent statelessness among Belarusian children born in exile. PEN Belarus, the Viasna Human Rights Center, the Belarusian Association of Journalists, Press Club Belarus, and Free Press for Eastern Europe established a new award, The Voice of the Generation of Freedom, to honor outstanding figures in the […]
October 01, 2025
Summary of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s visit to the Warsaw Security Forum
On September 29–30, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya participated in the Warsaw Security Forum, which annually gathers over 2,500 participants from 80 countries, including heads of government, presidents, ministers, and experts. The central theme of this year’s forum was maintaining unity amid the growing threat from Russia. Participants included the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Prime Minister […]
October 01, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with new EU Special Representative for Human Rights Kajsa Ollongren
During her visit to Poland for the Warsaw Security Forum, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya also met with the new European Union Special Representative for Human Rights, Kajsa Ollongren. Ms. Tsikhanouskaya had previously met with Ms. Ollongren when she served as the Minister of Defense of the Netherlands. Back then, they discussed support for Ukraine and Belarusian volunteer […]
October 01, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili
During her visit to Poland to participate in the Warsaw Security Forum, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the President of Georgia, Salome Zourabichvili. Ms. Tsikhanouskaya expressed solidarity with the Georgian people and support for all those who envision Georgia as a free, independent, and European state. She highlighted the role of civil society and political leaders […]
October 01, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Mayor of Warsaw Rafał Trzaskowski
During her visit to Poland, where she is taking part in the Warsaw Security Forum, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with the Mayor of Warsaw, Rafał Trzaskowski. The discussions focused on: Belarusian community centers in the Polish capital; potential Polish–Belarusian sports and cultural initiatives; initiatives within the Pact of Free Cities, which unites Warsaw, Budapest, Bratislava, and […]
October 01, 2025
Visit to the United States. Weekly updates from Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office: September 22–28
VISIT TO THE UNITED STATES From September 22 to 25, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya paid a working visit to the United States, holding a number of important meetings. During the 80th UN General Assembly in New York, she met with: President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel; President of Finland, Alexander Stubb; President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo […]
October 01, 2025
“Military power might be meaningless if there are no people ready to defend their land”
On the second day of the Warsaw Security Forum, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya took part in the panel discussion “The Unbroken: Fight for Democratic Sovereignty in a Hostile Neighborhood” alongside the Mayor of Warsaw, Rafał Trzaskowski, the fifth President of Georgia, Salome Zourabichvili, the Vice-Chair of Open Society Foundations, Daniel Sachs, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Oleksandra […]
September 30, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya spoke at the Warsaw Security Forum
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has begun her visit to Warsaw to take part in the Warsaw Security Forum, an annual international platform that gathers politicians, diplomats, experts, and civil society leaders from across the globe. This year, the participants include the Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, the US Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, […]
September 30, 2025
Second Congress on Political Prisoners in Belarus: Day Two
Day Two of the Second Congress on Political Prisoners in Belarus took place in Poznań on September 28, with former prisoners and their families participating. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor on Legal Affairs, Leanid Marozau, and the United Transitional Cabinet Representative on Social Policy, Volha Zazulinskaya, delivered opening remarks. Day Two served as a platform for Belarusian […]
September 30, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya congratulates PAS and pro-European forces in Moldova on their election victory
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “Allow me to sincerely congratulate you on this important election victory. This is not only a success for the PAS party and President Maia Sandu. Above all, it is a victory for the Moldovan people, who have chosen the path of democracy, independence, and a European future. Your choice carries historic significance. It […]
September 30, 2025
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya delivered the Václav Havel Lecture in Chicago
During her visit to the United States, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited the University of Chicago, where she met with the Belarusian diaspora, university leadership, and faculty deans, and delivered a lecture titled “The Power of the Powerless: Standing Against Tyranny in Belarus”. The Václav Havel Lecture is held annually – last year, it was delivered by […]
September 30, 2025
Second Congress on Political Prisoners in Belarus #WithoutJustCause started in Warsaw
The Second Congress on Political Prisoners in Belarus #WithoutJustCause started in Warsaw. Participants, including international partners, discussed how joint efforts inside the country and at the international level can help achieve the release of prisoners and put an end to repression. Diplomats from the United States, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Canada […]