Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “I’m an ordinary Belarusian and I stay true to what an ordinary Belarusian would expect from my work”
In an interview with the Ukrainian TV channel FREEDOM, the Belarusian leader shared her feelings about being in politics and discussed fatigue from the struggle, her views on the Russian opposition, and competition within the democratic forces. Here are some quotes from the conversation: 📌 “Politics hasn’t really become something I feel connected to. I […]
August 20, 2024
Political prisoners release, reviewed restrictions against Belarusian-registered vehicles in Lithuania, Siarhei Tsikhanouski’s birthday. Updates of work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for August 12-18
RELEASE OF POLITICAL PRISONERS This week, the possible release of 30 political prisoners in Belarus was announced. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya called for efforts to secure the release of all those unjustly imprisoned. 15 more people were released from Belarusian prisons in early July. According to human rights defenders, at least 1,400 political prisoners remain incarcerated. REVIEWED […]
August 20, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “I understand the concept of Realpolitik but I still want to believe in democracy”
In an interview with the Spanish publication 20 minutos, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya discussed the primary focus of her Office’s work, Western support, and the steps needed to build a democratic Belarus. Here are the key points from the conversation: 📌 “Sanctions must affect the state’s trade, not ordinary people. The dictator doesn’t deserve such gifts. Discrimination […]
August 19, 2024
“The priority is to help people inside the country”. Franak Viacorka on the International Humanitarian Fund to help political prisoners in Belarus
Today is World Humanitarian Day, which celebrates organizations and their staff who provide aid to people in difficult circumstances. This day emphasizes the importance of global solidarity and support. Over the past four years, Belarusians have faced relentless political repression, with many having been through arrests, torture, and imprisonment. This has pushed many to the […]
August 19, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s statement on the release of political prisoners
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “I am happy to hear the reports of the release of several political prisoners. I am glad that their families will finally be reunited and the people who haven’t seen each other for weeks, months, and years will finally have the chance to embrace each other and talk. People are being released on […]
August 16, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “I talk about political prisoners in Belarus at every international meeting”
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “I talk about political prisoners in Belarus at every international meeting. I explain that Belarus has found itself in a situation where human rights and basic freedoms are violated daily. Our compatriots, both men and women, who dared to stand up against the regime, are imprisoned in unbearable conditions. I always pay special […]
August 16, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “We have no moral right to say: ‘Sorry, it didn’t work out’ – we must continue to fight”
Why sanctions against the regime require a new approach, why it’s important to support Belarusians, why Belsat TV must be preserved, and what consequences the West might face if it excludes Belarus from the agenda – Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya discussed all this in an interview with the Polish newspaper Rzeczpospolita. 📌 “Democratic countries must remember that […]
August 16, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “There’s no such thing as ‘Tsikhanouskaya said it, so everyone did it’”
In a lengthy interview with Deutsche Welle, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya reflected on the issues concerning Belarusians. The leader spoke about what some call her “dictatorship” within the democratic forces, the role of Belarusian volunteer fighters in Ukraine, and her contacts with the official Kyiv government and the Russian opposition. 📌 “Lukashenka is so attached to political […]
August 14, 2024
“Don’t assume adults know better and will do everything for you”. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya on communication with youth
During her working trips, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya strives to communicate with young people. We’ve gathered some interesting reflections from the leader during these conversations on what she regrets about her own youth, what she would have done differently, and what advice she would give to her 17-year-old self: 📌 “Think critically, take action right now, and […]
August 13, 2024
Aleś Alachnovič: “30 years of Lukashenka made Belarus the poorest country in the region”
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor on Economic Reforms, Aleś Alachnovič, assessed the current economic development of Belarus live on “Obychnoye Utro”. Here are the key points from the conversation: 📌 “After the full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia became the only country through which Belarus can trade. This monopoly enables Russian enterprises to set high prices to the […]
August 13, 2024
Anatoli Liabedzka gave interview on Belarusian language status
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor for Constitutional Reform and Parliamentary Cooperation, Anatoli Liabedzka, spoke to BGMedia about his journey towards embracing Belarusian identity and the prospects of resolving the “language issue” in Belarus: 📌 “It took me only two hours to convince my cellmates that Belarus needs a single state language”. 📌 “It is really important to […]
August 12, 2024
Fourth anniversary of 2020 presidential election, response to changes in history teaching and pressure on scientists. Updates of work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for August 5–11
FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION IN BELARUS On Friday, August 9, rallies were held in different countries to honor the fourth anniversary of protests in Belarus. On this day, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya called for strengthening the Belarusian community abroad and supporting each other in the fight for democratic change. Later, the national leader of Belarus […]
August 12, 2024
More than 20 countries supported Belarusian people on 4th anniversary of 2020 election
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya had declared August 9, 2024, as the Day of Solidarity with Belarus, marking the fourth anniversary of the presidential election rigged by the dictator and the beginning of the Belarusian people’s struggle for a free country. Yesterday, representatives from Lithuania, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Latvia, Poland, Estonia, the USA, the UK, Ukraine, Germany, Canada, […]
August 10, 2024
Safe and unsafe countries for travel: List for Belarusians from Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office
Belarusians who are or might be persecuted face risks of extradition to Belarus when traveling abroad. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office made a list of countries where it is safe for Belarusians to travel and countries they may want to avoid. Disclaimer: No such list can be exhaustive. Interpol member states continue to accept requests from Belarus. […]
August 09, 2024
“Silence is not equal to consent”. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya on Day of Solidarity with Belarus
“What happened four years ago changed both our country and us. I remember that incredible energy during the street rallies. We all believed that a change would come soon. It seemed that any moment now, the dictatorship would collapse, and we would be able to build the country we had long dreamed of and fought […]
August 09, 2024
New Belarus Conference. Updates of work of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office for July 29 – August 4
NEW BELARUS CONFERENCE The New Belarus Conference 2024, organized by Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office, took place in Vilnius on August 3-4, gathering over 300 representatives of Belarusian civil society organizations and political bodies, politicians, diplomats, experts, activists, and journalists. More than 100 organizations and initiatives were represented. The conference was watched online by over 70,000 users […]
August 09, 2024
Join Day of Solidarity with Belarus rallies in your country on August 9!
August 9 will mark the Day of Solidarity with Belarus. Belarusian diasporas, initiatives and activists around the world have organized various events and parties, which we have compiled into a single list for your convenience. Feel free to come! Monday, August 5: 🇬🇧 London, 17:00, opening of the exhibition “Letters from Lukashenka’s Prisoners” and screening […]
August 08, 2024
Tatsiana Shchyttsova: “By urging scientists to act in state interests, Lukashenka and his propaganda seek support for dictatorship”
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor on Education and Science, Tatiana Shchyttsova, commented on Lukashenka’s demand for scientists to be ‘the most ardent advocates’ of the regime’s official policy. “A few days ago, during a meeting with a working group evaluating the work of the Academy of Sciences, Lukashenka said: ‘A citizen with the high title of a […]
August 07, 2024
Summary of last year’s work by Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office
Ahead of the New Belarus Conference 2024, the Office of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya summarizes the work of the democratic forces of Belarus over the past year. Various areas of activity are reflected, including international work, education, culture, assistance to volunteer fighters in Ukraine, cooperation with diasporas, and more. Find details below. International cooperation In her speeches, […]
August 04, 2024
Democratic forces adopted series of key documents at New Belarus Conference
On the second day of the New Belarus Conference, a statement and several declarations were adopted, highlighting the key positions of the democratic forces on significant issues. The Office of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya explains the essence and importance of these documents: 🔴 Unconstitutional Seizure of Power: Why A. Lukashenka Must Be Barred from the 2025 Election […]
August 04, 2024
“Democratic Belarus is, above all, the people – Belarusians. It is you”. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya concluded New Belarus Conference
The New Belarus Conference concluded with a final speech by the Belarusian leader. “Dear friends! First of all, let me thank you all for these days that we spent together at the New Belarus Conference 2024. I want to share a personal story with you. You know, friends, yesterday at the conference an activist approached […]
August 04, 2024
“We have no right to let political prisoners down”. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya launched second day of New Belarus Conference 2024
During her opening remarks at the New Belarus Conference 2024, the Belarusian leader announced discussions on how to support political prisoners, strengthen international support for Belarus, and assist repressed Belarusians. Ms. Tsikhanouskaya called for unity and active efforts to continue the fight for freedom and democracy. She emphasized the importance of supporting political prisoners and […]
August 04, 2024
Democratic community presented Platform 2025. What is it?
Platform 2025 was presented at the New Belarus Conference in Vilnius. It is a tool collaboratively developed by the democratic forces of Belarus to coordinate their actions and campaigns. The platform was created to set priorities for cooperation and establish the framework for joint activities. The platform aims to: 📎 Deprive the Lukashenka regime of […]
August 03, 2024
Democratic forces signed Protocol for Cooperation at New Belarus Conference
During the New Belarus Conference 2024, a document was presented that formalizes the relations between different institutions of the democratic forces of Belarus. Read more about the Protocol for Cooperation below. ⚪ Why is this document important? The Protocol formalizes the interactions between the signatories – the Coordination Council, the United Transitional Cabinet, and the […]
August 03, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya concluded first day of New Belarus Conference 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya concluded the first day of the New Belarus Conference 2024 by delivering closing remarks: “Dear friends! I have been asked to summarize the first day of the New Belarus Conference 2024. Well, I’ll try. First. Today we announced new members of the Cabinet. I expect the new representatives to undergo the approval process […]
August 03, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya announced new members of United Transitional Cabinet
At the New Belarus Conference 2024, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya announced new appointments to the United Transitional Cabinet: “Dear friends, before we move on to the Q&A session, I would like to make a few announcements. It has been two years since we established the United Transitional Cabinet. Primarily, this was a response to the war that […]
August 03, 2024
“Victory does not come out of nowhere, and unity does not happen without teamwork”. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya launched New Belarus Conference 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya delivered opening remarks at the New Belarus Conference 2024. She called for unity and mutual support in the fight for Belarus’ freedom. The Belarusian leader highlighted that only through joint efforts can the democratic forces fight the regime and achieve justice as unity is key to success. Ms. Tsikhanouskaya urged the participants to […]
August 03, 2024
Join New Belarus Conference on New Belarus app
Our partners from the New Belarus platform made it possible to attend the New Belarus Conference online without having to come to Vilnius. During the events on August 3-4, the app will allow you to: 👉🏻 Watch interesting events and panels, no matter where you are. 👉🏻 Watch safely from Belarus. For those in Belarus, […]
August 02, 2024
Key achievements of the past year: Accomplishments of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Diplomatic Advisor, Dzianis Kuchynski, shares the outcomes of the political activities of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office over the past year. In the video below, Mr. Kuchynski details the key achievements in international relations and highlights the focus areas. Additionally, the advisor outlines the future directions of the International Department’s work. Here’s a transcript of […]
August 02, 2024