“How many candidates are critical of authorities? None!” Anatoli Liabedzka commented on regime’s sham election
In the new video, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor for the Constitutional Reform and Interparliamentary Cooperation, Anatoli Liabedzka, summarizes the situation regarding the regime’s “single voting day” and explains why what is scheduled for February 25 in Belarus is a sham election: “In countries that have real elections, electoral commissions are formed with both supporters and opponents […]
February 05, 2024
Ascetic, revolutionary hero, coffee enthusiast. 5 interesting facts about Belarus’ national hero Tadevush Kastsiushka
Born in the south of today’s Belarus, he led an uprising in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, aided the USA in its fight for independence, and was awarded honorary French citizenship. This is all about the same person. On the anniversary of the day Tadevush Kastsiushka was born, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s team shares interesting facts about Belarus’ national […]
February 04, 2024
5 interesting facts about Kastus Kalinouski
On the anniversary of the day Kastus Kalinouski was born, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s team shares interesting facts about Belarus’ national hero that you may not be aware of. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “The importance of Kastus Kalinouski’s figure for us and our history cannot be overstated. His deeds are an example of how one person managed to inspire […]
February 02, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “We must stop regime’s nuclear blackmail”
The Belarusian leader attended the Congress of the European Greens, which took place in Lyon ahead of the European Parliament election campaign. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya delivered a speech addressing several significant issues. She discussed the current situation in the country, including the recent crackdown, creeping Russification, and the Russian threat to Belarus’ sovereignty. The leader emphasized […]
February 02, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s EPG Congress Keynote, Lyon, France, 2024
“Dear Melanie Vogel, Dear Thomas Waits, Dear European Greens, I have come here to tell you how I feel at such an important moment in our world’s history. I am happy to be with you here today. I feel your passion, your energy, and desire to change the world. I am happy that I am […]
February 02, 2024
“Sviatlana and her team are ready to work hard around the clock”. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s assistant spoke on her work
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s personal assistant, Stasia Hlinnik, gave a comprehensive interview where she spoke about the national leader, revealing aspects the wider public may not be aware of. Here are some notable quotes: 📌 “Sviatlana takes every story to heart and personally reads everything Belarusians write to her”. 📌 “It took time for me to realize […]
February 02, 2024
“Integration actually means colonization”. Tatiana Shchyttsova commented on announced unified history textbooks in Belarus and Russia
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor on Education and Science, Tatiana Shchyttsova, commented on the announced introduction of unified history textbooks for schools and universities of Belarus and Russia. Ms. Shchyttsova emphasized the need to resist colonization policies by increasing the independence of historical science and providing opportunities for youth to study history not distorted by propaganda. Tatiana […]
February 02, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “We are responsible for what our children believe in”
The Belarusian leader commented on the reports that Belarus and Russia will create a unified history textbook for schools and higher education institutions: “The regime has repeatedly tried to rewrite our history. It erased memorable dates and “canceled” national heroes from textbooks. That is what every dictatorship does: seeking to seize the past, they aim […]
February 02, 2024
“How do presidents juggle work and family?” Dzianis Kuchynski explained role of personal communication with prominent politicians in bilateral meetings
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Diplomatic Advisor, Dzianis Kuchynski, recorded a new video in which he talks about the work of the Foreign Policy Department. He explains whether prominent politicians discuss their private lives during meetings and how personal communications contribute to the implementation of the team’s priorities.
February 01, 2024
Political system in new Belarus: key points of New Belarus Transition Strategy
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s team continues to share details of the New Belarus Strategy, developed by Ms. Tsikhanouskaya’s Office in partnership with the United Transitional Cabinet, the Coordination Council, and numerous experts. Today, we analyze the public administration system prescribed in the document and clarify the points that Belarusians have asked questions about during the public discussion. […]
February 01, 2024
Integration of Belarusian refugees: Vitaly Malchanau held meeting with Latvian Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs
The Saeima Citizenship, Migration and Social Cohesion Committee held a meeting in Riga focusing on the integration of Belarusian refugees in Latvia. The meeting was also attended by the Latvian Ambassador to Belarus, Einars Semanis, the Representative of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office in Estonia and Latvia, Vitaly Malchanau, as well as representatives of the Latvian Parliament, […]
January 31, 2024
“No law can ever make Belarusians stop caring for each other”. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya commented on persecution over donations in Belarus
Between the sessions of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, the leader of Belarus’ democratic forces recorded a brief address to Belarusians who continue to support each other despite the recent mass repressions against people who made donations to democratic organizations and solidarity foundations. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “Dear friends! The regime in Belarus continues […]
January 31, 2024
“When time comes, democratic Belarus will be knocking on doors of Europe”: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya addressed Committee of Ministers of Council of Europe
The Belarusian leader participated in a session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, along with representatives from 45 countries. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya delivered a speech and answered questions. Her address focused on the ongoing repressions in the country, legal chaos, and the total isolation to which the regime has led […]
January 30, 2024
“Situation in Belarus renders a democratic election impossible”. Dzianis Kuchynski commented on meetings of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s team at PACE
In the new video, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Diplomatic Advisor, Dzianis Kuchynski, discusses the work of the Foreign Policy Department of the Office. He explains how democratic Belarus has come closer to the European Union and how the PACE resolution can impact the future of the country.
January 30, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s speech at Council of Europe Committee of Ministers Meeting, 2024
“Thank you, dear Chair, Dear Secretary General Buric, Excellencies, dear friends, It is a great honor to speak before you today. I know that I am among friends. I came here to share with you our vision for the cooperation between democratic Belarus and the Council of Europe. The Council of Europe is a community […]
January 30, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “Fourth year finds Eduard Babaryka celebrating his birthday behind bars – in places unimaginable in today’s world”
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “The fourth year in a row finds Eduard Babaryka celebrating his birthday behind bars – in places unimaginable in today’s world. He could feel the embrace of his loved ones but lives in a cold cell and is unable to see his family. He could see warmth and care but can’t have correspondence […]
January 30, 2024
European integration and Contact Group activities: What will Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya discuss in Strasbourg?
On January 30, the Belarusian leader will address the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe, which includes representatives from 46 countries. In her speech, Ms. Tsikhanouskaya will discuss the current situation in Belarus, including the recent crackdown and the situation with political prisoners. The leader will call for a roadmap for Belarus to […]
January 29, 2024
Marharyta Vorykhava: “Schools must teach children to think critically, not wield weapons at 12. This is a deliberate attempt to militarize education”
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor on Youth Policy and Students, Marharyta Vorykhava, addressed Belarusians regarding the changes in the education system initiated by the regime in Belarus. High school graduates with a general secondary education who wish to enroll in low-residence university programs will now be required to have ten months of work experience in the relevant […]
January 29, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya on sham election: “What’s the point of sacrificing oneself in a political campaign that has no impact?”
The Belarusian leader explained why the democratic forces urge people to ignore the so-called “election” to the parliament and local councils scheduled by the regime for February 2024. “What we are facing is a sham election. It will change absolutely nothing in the government system or the situation in the country. Therefore, there is no […]
January 29, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor on Education and Science: Belarus recorded lowest research expenditure in 20 years
On the occasion of Science Day, marked in Belarus on the first Sunday of January, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor on Education and Science, Tatiana Shchyttsova, addressed her Belarusian colleagues. She emphasized the importance of science as one of the key social institutions in today’s world. She also explained why science cannot fully develop while Belarus is […]
January 28, 2024
Franak Viacorka: “Expanding use of Belarusian language is what every Belarusian should do”
34 years ago, the Belarusian language officially became the state language in Belarus, while Russian acquired the status of a “language of interethnic communication”. However, creeping Russification ended that state of affairs. As a result, Belarus today is the only country in Eastern Europe where the native language and culture do not have an appropriate […]
January 26, 2024
“Your participation will only enable them to pretend that they were elected”. Alexander Dabravolski called on Belarusians not to participate in regime’s sham election
The regime is meticulously preparing for its 2024 sham election. It has been placing panic buttons at polling stations, installing surveillance systems, and preparing “rapid response groups”. It wants Belarusians to pretend they are fine with agreeing to a pre-approved outcome. The “election” will have no competition and no independent candidates, with only pro-government and […]
January 26, 2024
Anatoli Liabedzka summarized results of PACE plenary session
In the new video, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Advisor for Constitutional Reform and Interparliamentary Cooperation, Anatoli Liabedzka, comments on the results of the plenary session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and explains the contents of the resolution on Belarus adopted after the session.
January 26, 2024
Conference on legalization of stay for Belarusians abroad, permanent rapporteur on Belarus: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s proposals to Council of Europe
During her visit to Strasbourg, the Belarusian leader met with the Secretary-General of the Council of Europe, Marija Pejčinović Burić, and the new President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), Theodoros Rousopoulos. With the Secretary-General, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya discussed the work of the Contact Group. Its activities have already been planned for […]
January 26, 2024
PACE adopted resolution condemning Lukashenka regime, calling for support for political prisoners and demanding democratic change in Belarus
Yesterday in Strasbourg, France, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe adopted a resolution on Belarus. It was adopted after the plenary session following a report by the Finnish MP, PACE member, Kimmo Kiljunen, a speech by Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, and debates. Read below to find out about the resolution and its key messages. WHAT […]
January 26, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “Joining Council of Europe will be our first step on path to European Union”
The Belarusian leader addressed the plenary session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya spoke about the true situation in the country and assessed the prospects of political change in Belarus. Key messages in Ms. Tsikhanouskaya’s remarks focused on Belarusians’ struggle for freedom and independence against the backdrop of […]
January 25, 2024
Address on the First Part-Session of the 2024 Ordinary Session of the Parliamentary Assembly, Strasbourg, 2024
“Dear President Theodoros Rousopoulos, Dear Secretary General Buric, Honorable Members of the Assembly, I want to thank you all for your support and solidarity with the Belarusian people. We all came from different countries. We might belong to different parties. But what brings us here together is a commitment to human rights, democracy, and peace. […]
January 25, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya commented on persecution of expert community in Belarus: “It shows regime’s desire to retaliate against those who assess situation in Belarus without prejudice”
The Investigative Committee in Belarus has initiated special proceedings against 20 independent Belarusian analysts. The new law allows the regime to launch trials against Belarusians in absentia, and a notification of the proceedings against them can be considered sufficient if published on the agency’s website. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “The regime is trying to confine the country […]
January 25, 2024
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s Office announces Third Conference of Belarusian Diaspora
The Third Conference of Belarusian Diaspora will take place in Prague on March 23-24 to bring together representatives of Belarusian diasporas worldwide, discuss current issues, and agree on further collaboration. Ms. Tsikhanouskaya’s team previously organized such conferences in 2021 and 2023. Last year, more than 120 representatives of initiatives and communities from various continents joined […]
January 25, 2024