Svetlana Tikhanovskaya criticizes the upcoming elections in Belarus as a sham orchestrated by Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled with increasing authoritarianism for three decades. The opposition leader highlights the repression faced by Belarusians, including mass arrests and fear of speaking out. Despite the challenges, Tikhanovskaya believes in the potential for change, emphasizing the importance of cultural revival and the enduring desire for democracy among the people. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)