Maria Kolesnikova
Maria Kolesnikova is a prominent Belarusian politician and activist who emerged as a leading figure in the 2020 presidential elections. Known for her courage and determination, she played a key role in the opposition against President Alexander Lukashenko. After being detained by authorities, she became a symbol of resistance and hope for many Belarusians seeking democratic reforms.
Born on Apr 24, 1982 (43 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belarus | 15 | 7.00 | 1.43% | +30% | 9,449,323 | 175,655 | $60,000 | 1,115$ |
| Russia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 142,677 | $1,500,000 | 1,485$ |
| Totals | 16 | 153,553,403 | 318,332 | $1,560,000 | 2,600$ |
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Recent Mentions
Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova is celebrated for her bravery and love during the protests in Belarus.
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Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova explained why she refused to meet with Lukashenko in the KGB detention center.
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Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova discussed her significant weight loss while in prison and her recovery process.
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Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova gave a large video interview to the Russian blogger Yuri Dud.
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Belarus:
Kolesnikova emphasizes the importance of dialogue with Lukashenko to free people and improve the situation in Belarus.
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Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova discussed her experiences in prison and her views on returning to normalcy after her release.
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Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova is a former political prisoner whose bank account was blocked due to sanctions against Belarus.
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Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova is referred to as a 'political nothing' by Zenon Poznyak, who has been critical of her during her imprisonment.
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Russia:
Maria Kolesnikova was one of the key opposition figures released by Belarusian authorities in December 2025.
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Belarus:
Maria Kolesnikova called on the European Union to engage in dialogue with the authorities of Belarus.
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