Mikhail Zhemchuzhny

Mikhail Zhemchuzhny is a Belarusian human rights activist and political prisoner known for his involvement in advocating for democracy and human rights in Belarus. He was notably arrested during a crackdown on dissent in February 2023 and subsequently sentenced to five years and six months in a high-security prison. Zhemchuzhny has been recognized for his courage in standing up against the repressive regime and has garnered international attention for his plight and the unjust treatment of political prisoners in Belarus.