CLEAN : Future of Belarus 'depends on fate of Ukraine' says Tikhanovskaya from exile in Geneva

The transcript discusses Belarus' involvement in the Ukraine conflict, driven by Lukashenka's ties to the Kremlin. Despite repression, Belarusians have formed an anti-war movement, facing detentions and torture. The political climate mirrors Russia's, with severe conditions for political prisoners, who are deprived of basic needs and subjected to torture. Communication with prisoners is limited to brief lawyer visits.

What motivated Lukashenka to involve Belarus in the invasion of Ukraine?

• To expand Belarusian territory

• To gain international recognition

• To repay Kremlin for support in 2020

• To support Ukrainian independence

What is the relationship between the fate of Belarus and Ukraine according to the transcript?

• Ukraine's fate depends on Belarus's fate

• Belarus's fate depends on Ukraine's fate

• They have no political connection

• They are completely independent of each other

What event in 2020 led to increased repression in Belarus?

• The invasion of Ukraine

• The fraudulent elections

• The economic crisis

• The international sanctions

How are political prisoners treated in Belarus compared to regular criminals?

• They receive better treatment

• They face worse conditions

• They are treated the same

• They have more privileges

What is the only way to communicate with political prisoners in Belarus?

• By visiting them directly

• Through a lawyer

• Via email

• Through phone calls