Viktor Babaryka

Viktor Babaryka is a prominent Belarusian politician and former banker who emerged as a leading opposition figure during the 2020 presidential election against President Alexander Lukashenko. His candidacy energized many voters and positioned him as Lukashenko's main rival, but he was arrested shortly before the election and sentenced to 14 years in prison on charges widely viewed as politically motivated. Babaryka's detention sparked widespread protests and condemnation from international human rights organizations, making him a symbol of the ongoing struggle for democracy in Belarus.