BBC captures celebrations as Belarus frees political prisoners

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete December 13, 2025 at 09:06 PM

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Belarus has released 123 prisoners, including opposition activist Maria Kolesnikova and Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski. The release occurred after the United States agreed to lift sanctions on Belarus. Some of the freed prisoners were taken to Lithuania. The BBC reported on the celebrations surrounding the release, with their correspondent Sarah Rainsford reporting from Lithuania. The reason for the prisoner release is tied to the US decision to lift sanctions against Belarus.

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Belarus ×350% United States ×260% Maria Kolesnikova ×280% Ales Bialiatski 80%

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