Belarus frees 250 political prisoners in US-brokered deal
- Posted on March 20, 2026
- By Le Monde
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Belarus frees 250 political prisoners in US-brokered deal
Opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya thanked US President Donald Trump for his efforts and urged the release of those still held behind bars. Belarus still holds hundreds of political prisoners in its jails, many of whom were arrested after a disputed 2020 election that triggered widespread protests.
