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FINLAND SIGNS JOINT STATEMENT

Nordic states say Belarus election did not meet democracy standards

The Nomad Today 8/11/20

In a joint statement, Finland and the other Nordic and Baltic countries demand the immediate release of the demonstrators "unfairly" detained.

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Belarusian presidential runner-up Tikhanovskaya 'safe' in Lithuania

The Nomad Today 8/11/20

One demonstrator died from severe injuries after an explosive device detonated in his hand, according to authorities in Minsk.

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Lukashenko wins 80%, main opposition 9.9%

The Nomad Today 8/10/20

Police violently cracked down on protests that erupted in major cities on Sunday night after the polls closed.

Coronavirus

Belarusian leader says he had asymptomatic case of coronavirus

The Nomad Today 7/29/20

Alexander Lukashenko is seeking a sixth consecutive term in the August 9 election. Two of his strongest challengers have been jailed and prevented from registering as candidates.

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Defiant Belarus celebrates Victory Day parade, but Russia canceled it

The Nomad Today 5/9/20

Thousands of soldiers marched in Minsk to commemorate the anniversary of the Soviet Victory over Nazi Germany. In Moscow, coronavirus forced Putin to cancel the traditional massive military parade on…

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Belarus presidential elections to be held on 9 August

The Nomad Today 5/8/20

Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled the country since 1994, could win a sixth term in office.

Finland

Foreign Minister to discuss human rights with the leaders of Belarus

The Nomad Today 11/22/19

Pekka Haavisto will meet in Minsk with President Alexander Lukashenko and his counterpart Vladimir Makei, as well as opposition and civil society representatives.