Anastasia Nikolaeva

Anastasia Nikolaeva is a 25-year-old from Baranovichi, Belarus, who was studying pedagogy at Grodno State University, a program she was set to complete in 2022. In addition to her studies, she pursued training as a hairdresser and specialist in Afro-braiding. In 2025, she was convicted under charges related to 'aiding extremist activities' and received a sentence of 'home chemistry.' Her case is linked to the broader context of political repression in Belarus, particularly related to the 'Gaiun case,' which involves individuals connected to the monitoring of Russian troop movements through the Telegram channel 'Belaruski Gaiun.'