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Dissident athlete Nadzeya Astapchuk arrested in Minsk

2022 2022-12-16T13:42:42+0300 2022-12-16T18:07:59+0300 en https://spring96.org./files/images/sources/nadzeja-astupczuk.jpg The Human Rights Center “Viasna” The Human Rights Center “Viasna”
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Nadzeya Astapchuk

Nadzeya Astapchuk

A renowned athlete Nadzeya Astapchuk was arrested in Minsk, according to @stranafund. She is currently in a detention facility. The reason for the arrest is still unknown. The care package for her was rejected by the facility.

The silver medalist of the world championship in the shot put has openly criticized the Lukashenka regime and the war in Ukraine. She was among the signees of the Belarusian athletes' open letter demanding fair elections and an end to violence in the 2020 presidential elections aftermath.

 

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