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BAJ: «Belarusian independent media are technologically ahead of the media markets of neighboring countries»
The Belarusian Association of Journalists (BAJ) was dissolved by the authorities in 2021. Quickly resuming its activities abroad, the organization continues to keep the international journalistic community’s attention on the dire state of freedom of speech in Belarus. Reform.news spoke with BAJ Deputy Chairman Barys Haretski about how, despite repression and reduced funding, Belarusian media […]
Belsat TV faces uncertainty: Will promised ‘new opportunities’ deliver?
The reform of TVP World, which currenly includes the Belsat TV channel, has been announced. Experts have indicated that the changes will result in the loss of much of the autonomy currently enjoyed by Belsat TV and a reduction in its scope. The channel’s acting director, Aliaksei Dzikavitski, declined to comment.
Blogger Vadimati from Hrodna released from prison
Vadzim Yermashuk (Vadimati), a blogger, was released on June 29, 2024, according to Viasna. Yermashuk was incarcerated for a period of three years.
Special proceedings: absentia trials in Belarus
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Media IQ and Obychnoe Utro media projects declared extremist formations
On June 25, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Belarus’ website included the Media IQ project (along with affiliated social media pages and messengers) and the Obychnoe Utro initiative on its list of “extremist formations”.
Polish defector judge to become BelTA correspondent
The new task of Tomasz Schmidt, who already calls himself a journalist and publicist, is to interview invited guests. Do Rzeczy reported on the new job of the Polish judge, who is under criminal investigation in Poland.
Culture and Art Holding website archive blocked for users
The website of the state editorial and publishing organization Culture and Art has been unavailable in the last few days. The kimpress.by visitors are greeted with the following message: “Account blocked by the server administrator.”
Exiled journalists launch fundraisers to cover medical and relocation expenses
Two Belarusian journalists in exile are currently running fundraising campaigns to raise money to help them face the challenges of forced migration. Aliaksandr Kornyshau, editor of the Vitebsky Kurier News publication, is seeking help for rehabilitation after hip joint replacement surgery.
Monitoring pro-russian propaganda on belarus state television
Pro-russian propaganda on belarus state television. Download PDF.
The representatives of Belarusian propaganda media accredited to cover the Olympics in Paris
A number of representatives from these publications, along with law enforcement officials, participated in the questioning of individuals who had been detained during peaceful protests.
Journalist Alena Tsimashchuk declared political prisoner
Joint statement by the Belarusian human rights community.
Serbia to extradite Andrei Hniot to Belarus
The Supreme Court of Serbia has ruled in favor of extraditing director, journalist, and founder of the Free Association of Athletes Andrei Hniot to Belarus. As the activist himself informed Zerkalo, the court found no reasons to prevent his extradition. We found out how he assessed the court’s decision and what he plans to do […]
BAJ expresses condolences on the untimely death of Reporters Without Borders Secretary General
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christophe Deloire, Secretary General of the international organization Reporters Without Borders. Deloire, who was 53 years old, died in Paris after a battle with cancer.
Brest journalist Alena Tsimashchuk sentenced to 5 years in prison and huge fine
The Brest Regional Court handed down a five-year prison sentence and a $14,000 fine to local journalist Alena Tsimashchuk. The trial commenced on Friday, May 31, and at the next session on June 3, Judge Dzmitry Karasinski delivered a guilty verdict.
Journalist Andrei Hniot placed under house arrest
On October 30, 2023, at the request of the Belarusian regime, the Serbian Border Guard detained journalist and film director Andrei Hniot. Today’s immediate goal is to prevent his extradition to Belarus.
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