BBC captures celebrations as Belarus frees political prisoners
Summary
Belarus released 123 political prisoners after the United States decided to end sanctions on the country. Among those freed were opposition activist Maria Kolesnikova and Nobel Prize winner Ales Bialiatski. Some of the released individuals were taken to Lithuania, where the BBC's Sarah Rainsford reported on the situation.Key Facts
- Belarus freed 123 political prisoners.
- The U.S. lifted sanctions on Belarus, leading to these releases.
- Maria Kolesnikova, a well-known opposition figure, was among those released.
- Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski was also freed.
- Some released prisoners went to Lithuania.
- BBC correspondent Sarah Rainsford reported from Lithuania on the release.
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