Pavel is a physicist. In 2007, he graduated with a master's degree in laser physics from the Belarusian State University and holds a PhD in physics and mathematics. Two years ago, he found work in Poland and received a work permit, but he traveled home occasionally. During one of these trips, he was detained .
For nearly 16 years (from 2007 to 2023), he worked at the Institute of Physics of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, rising from junior research fellow to researcher. His scientific portfolio includes 33 publications and participation in the development of laser systems and optoelectronics.
He was released in early May 2026, having served his entire sentence.
Trial outcome date unknown
unknown years of imprisonment in colony under general regime conditions.
In 2007, Dmitry graduated from the Belarusian National Technical University and since 2009 has worked in the tourism industry, most recently as a visa specialist in a private travel agency.
He was arrested and convicted on charges of “organizing and preparing actions that grossly violate public order, or actively participating in them” and “inciting hostility or discord,” and sentenced to restricted freedom and referral to a correctional facility.
He was released on March 20, 2026, as part of a pardon following another visit to Minsk by US President Donald Trump's special representative, John Cole.
Trial outcome date unknown
3 years restrictions of freedom with referral to an open-type correctional facility.
Originally from Zhlobin, she recently lived in Minsk.
She worked as an economist at MTS and other private companies. Her last known position was at the management company of the Belarusian Cement Company holding company.
Tatyana leads an active life. Judging by her social media, she enjoys concerts and theater, participates in charity marathons, and even attended a casting for the show "Factor.by."
In 2022, Lukyantseva wanted to leave for work in the European Union. She considered Poland and Spain. But ultimately, she stayed in Belarus.
Trial outcome 21.08.2025
5 years restrictions of freedom without referral to an open-type correctional facility, 500 basic values fine.
Violetta is raising three daughters. In 2015, she was studying marketing at the Belarusian State University. According to her social media profiles, Violetta is a friend of the "Grace Church" evangelical Christian community.
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