Andrzej Pochobut

Andrzej Pochobut

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Andrzej Pochobut is a prominent Belarusian journalist and political prisoner, recognized for his advocacy of democracy and human rights in Belarus. He met Ales Ivanov while both were incarcerated and was known for his optimistic demeanor and communication skills, despite facing significant risks within the prison system.

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Pochobut's return to Belarus is seen as a significant part of ongoing political processes despite the repressive situation.

«Точка бифуркации, после которой многое изменится»
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-14
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Former political prisoner Andrzej Pochobut returned to Belarus on September 8.

Почобут покупал арбуз. Оказалось, их выращивает и продает семья репрессированных. Женщина расплакалась
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-13
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Andrzej Pochobut is a journalist and former political prisoner who has been vocal about the political situation in Belarus.

Почобут поразмышлял, от чего зависит будущее Беларуси
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-07-22
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Andrzej Pochobut is a former political prisoner and journalist whom Viktor Babariko advised regarding his return to Belarus.

«Горжусь, когда мне говорят, что я — наивный». Виктор Бабарико выступил на книжной ярмарке в Варшаве
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-05-31
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Andrzej Pochobut was arrested in spring 2021 as part of the so-called case of the Union of Poles in Belarus.

«Он действительно как мало кто заслужил ее» — Милинкевич о премии для Почобута
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2025-10-23
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Andrzej Pochobut is currently imprisoned and is known for his political activism against the Belarusian government.

Мы стояли рядом с Почобутом, и он говорил, что будет с нами, если будут пробивать Сувалкский коридор
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2025-04-16
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