ICC prosecutor opens probe into Belarus over deportations to Lithuania

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Edna MohamedMarch 12, 2026 at 07:56 PM

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has opened an investigation into Belarus regarding the suspected forced deportation of government opponents. The ICC prosecutor's office stated there is a reasonable basis to believe crimes against humanity, specifically deportation and persecution through deportation, have been committed. These alleged crimes occurred at least partially on Lithuanian territory, as Lithuania has become a refuge for Belarusians fleeing government suppression following the 2020 protests. While Belarus is not an ICC member, Lithuania is and brought the case to the court. The investigation aims to hold those responsible accountable for actions taken against the civilian population.

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Key Player Opposition Context

KGB 50% Minsk ×260% Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya 70% Alexander Lukashenko ×280% Lithuania ×485% International Criminal Court ×490% Belarus ×795%

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forced deportation 90% icc investigation 90% belarus 80% lithuania 70% persecution 70% international criminal court 60% lukashenko regime 50% political opposition 50% human rights 50%

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Belarus

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