Poczobut, a Belarusian-Polish political writer and minority rights activist, is known for his critical commentary on Belarusian politics, which he publishes in his blog, Polish newspapers, and a book discussing Lukashenka’s impact. On March 25, 2021, he was detained for “incitement to racial, national, or religious hatred or discord.” In February 2023, Poczobut was sentenced to eight years in prison for promoting “hatred” and “calling for sanctions” against the regime.
Andrzej Poczobut
Is case active: Yes
Country:Belarus
Region:Europe and Central Asia
Gender:Male
Status:Imprisoned