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Free Word contest organizers name winners. PHOTOS
Today, on the International Day of Solidarity with Journalists, the winners of the Free Word, a major creative contest of independent journalists of Belarus, were announced. This year’s prize takers were received in Vilnius. The contest was held under the auspices of the European Federation of Journalists.
September 12, 2023
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Postcards for Maryna: RSF launches global campaign action in support of jailed Belarusian journalist Maryna Zolatava
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is launching a new global action as part of its ongoing campaign for the release of jailed Belarusian journalist Maryna Zolatava. Supporters around the world are encouraged to send letters and cards in solidarity with Zolatava, to be delivered to the Belarusian embassies in several countries on 6 November, Zolatava’s 46th birthday.
September 06, 2023
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Important news. Lukashenka ordered the Belarusian embassies to stop issuing passports. Another threat to colleagues
Belarusian authoritarian leader Alyaksandr Lukashenka has ordered the country’s embassies to stop issuing passports to Belarusians living abroad.
September 06, 2023
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“Everything his camera captured turned into a masterpiece.” Renowned photographer Anatol Kliashchuk passes away
Anatol Kliashchuk was a well-known photographer for the Zviazda newspaper who took striking pictures. His nature photography is poetic and deeply moving. Kliashchuk worked as a photojournalist, photographer, and artist.
Though he passed away recently, his memory lives on through his numerous films, videos, and books.
September 05, 2023
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E‑NEWSLETTER: MASS MEDIA IN BELARUS №3 (73)
May – July 2023. Download PDF
September 04, 2023
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The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns a Belarusian court’s sentencing of journalist Larysa Shchyrakova
The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns a Belarusian court’s sentencing of journalist Larysa Shchyrakova to 3.5 years in prison for allegedly discrediting the country and facilitating extremism.
September 01, 2023
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Court sentences Larysa Shchyrakova to 3.5 years in prison
On August 31, Homel Regional Court announced the sentence of former journalist and local historian Larysa Shchyrakova – 3.5 years in prison. Shchyrakova was accused of “discrediting the Republic of Belarus” and “promoting extremist activities”.
September 01, 2023
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Nasha Niva chief editor released from prison
Today, a new post appeared on Yahor Martsinovich’s Facebook page.
August 30, 2023
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Kanstantsin Zalatykh, Belorusy i Rynok director, transferred to Navapolatsk correctional facility
Kanstantsin Zalatykh, the ex-director of the Belorusy i Rynok newspaper, was sent to Navapolatsk Correctional Facility on July 21. This happened after the dismissal of his appeal by the Supreme Court.
August 24, 2023
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Andrzej Poczobut awarded Jan Karski Mission Medal
Journalist Andrzej Poczobut, sentenced to 8 years in prison, has been awarded the Polish Jan Karski Mission Medal, reports Belsat.
August 21, 2023
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Andrei Skurko, head of Nasha Niva’s advertising and marketing department, released from prison
"What a happy day!" his wife Paulina wrote on Facebook today.
August 18, 2023
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Journalist Andrzej Poczobut to spend next six months in SHU
The journalist and activist for the minority Polish community in Belarus will spend the fall and most of the winter in a secure housing unit.
August 18, 2023
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Belarusian journalist denied new passport at Belarusian embassy in Germany
Currently, Iryna Makavetskaya, an ex-independent journalist from Homel, resides in Germany. She faced difficulties in acquiring a new passport from the Belarusian embassy. The embassy conveyed to her that the passport issuance is only possible in Belarus and not outside the country.
August 16, 2023
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Pressball: “Financial hardships related to the closure of the website caused the failure of Lisichkin’s heart”
The Pressball newspaper published an obituary for their editor-in-chief, Siarhei Lisichkin, who passed away on August 11. He was 54 years of age.
August 15, 2023
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Independent journalist Aliaksandr Ihnatsiuk arrested
Aliaksandr Ihnatsiuk, a freelance journalist and video blogger from Pinsk, was detained some time ago, the Brest office of Viasna HRC reports.
August 10, 2023
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