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WORLD • BELARUS

Belarus sentences Catholic priest who opposed Ukraine war to three years

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A Belarusian court sentenced Catholic priest Anatoly Parakhnevich to three years in prison after convicting him of insulting the authorities and extremism, according to a report citing the Viasna Human Rights Center. Viasna has designated him a political prisoner.

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The case affects a Belarusian religious figure and adds to concerns about restrictions on dissent in the country. The report identifies no direct effect on U.S. citizens, businesses or policy.