Maryja Kalesnikavová
Maryja Kalesnikavová is a Belarusian opposition leader and activist who was sentenced to 11 years in prison in 2021, becoming a symbol of resistance against the authoritarian regime of Alexander Lukashenko. Her absence from public life for 18 months raised significant concern for her wellbeing, leading to widespread calls for her release and recognition of the political repression in Belarus.
Born on Apr 24, 1982 (43 years old)
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Slovakia:
Maryja Kalesnikavová is a leader of the protests from 2020 and is recognized as a political prisoner.
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Maryja Kalesnikavová is a political leader sentenced to 11 years in prison.
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Slovakia:
Maryja Kalesnikavová is one of the opposition leaders sentenced to 11 years in prison in Belarus.
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