Oleg Zelenko

Oleg Zelenko, a 42-year-old historian from the village of Vistychi near Brest, Belarus, was recently sentenced for his involvement in activities deemed extremist by the authorities. A graduate of Brest State University, he led the historical club 'Mіndоvg' and operated a business in carpentry and sales of various goods. In December 2024, he was convicted for distributing extremist materials, and by 2025, he faced further charges for aiding extremist activities, resulting in a prison sentence.