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Formerly TwitterSviatlana Tsikhanouskaya
Tsihanouskaya
Just like the fake elections orchestrated by the criminal regime in #Belarus, the assembly convened today has nothing to do with democracy. It’s merely a facade set up to legitimize Lukashenka's tyranny. None of the participants represent our people. Don’t be fooled by this sham! pic.twitter.com/vBrhaU6YTY
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Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya
Tsihanouskaya
April 24 is Maria Kalesnikava's birthday. The birthday of our Masha, whose radiant smile has become a source of support for Belarusians & a symbol of resilience for the world. If the regime is ‘not at war against women’, then how come it is the fourth year already that Masha… pic.twitter.com/kCloXZKeF1
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Viasna
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Today, there are +16 political prisoners in Belarus
There are 1407 political prisoners in total. pic.twitter.com/Mk5Thw8jNj
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Franak Viačorka
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The joke is on the regime's self-stroking ego through state events like the All-Belarusian People's Assembly taking place today. Even propagandists and officials struggle to stay awake during it. It's all cardboard decorations and forced extras for Lukashenka's one-man show. pic.twitter.com/10XbxrKYHC
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