Roman Yurkov

Roman Yurkov is a Belarusian singer and musician known for his participation in the show 'Factor.by' and various pro-government events. His career took a dramatic turn when he was arrested for comments made in 2020 that were deemed incendiary, leading to a trial in 2025 where he was sentenced to home confinement. Yurkov's friends, the Grudzeva sisters, have publicly supported him, claiming he is a patriot who would defend his country. Following his conviction, he was listed as a terrorist by the KGB, highlighting the precarious situation for artists and individuals in Belarusian society amid political tensions.