Documented cases

3 people held for political reasons in Russia, Belarus, Georgia and Central Asia. Search by name, or filter by country, charge, arrest date and sentence.

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Ivan Padlipencau

Ivan Padlipencau was detained for making disparaging comments about authorities and police on YouTube and Telegram. He was also accused of participating in the 'Victory' plan. He is currently serving a sentence of approximately three years and is frequently placed in solitary confinement.

LAST UPDATED · AUG 16, 2026

Homyel, Homyel region

Union activity

Andrei Paheryla

Andrei Paheryla is a former worker at Grodno Azot who was detained as part of the 'Workers' Movement' case. He was accused of participating in an extremist formation and state treason following industrial strikes. He only pleaded guilty to the charge of libel.

LAST UPDATED · AUG 20, 2026

Volha Salamenik

Volha Salamenik is a political prisoner convicted in the 'Mankurty' case. She was sentenced to over seven years in prison for treason and participation in mass riots. During her detention in the KGB pre-trial detention center, she conducted a hunger strike.

LAST UPDATED · AUG 20, 2026

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