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Minsk's opposition - who are they? - Eastern Express - TVP World
There’s a perception of Belarus being fully under Russia’s influence by highlighting the country’s independence in various matters, including military occupation, Lukashenka’s relationship with Putin, and nuclear weapons. The Belarusian opposition, particularly those in exile, face criticism for being out of touch with Belarus’s realities, as the country grapples with identity issues, notably language and affiliation preferences, amidst political tensions. With the Minsk government introducing new measures to revoke passports of those in exile, what are the challenges the Belarusian opposition is facing?
