Mikola Statkevich, a veteran opposition politician in Belarus, has been released from prison after over five years. He is recovering from a stroke that has affected his speech. His wife, Marina Adamovich, expressed hope for his recovery. Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, an exiled leader, welcomed Statkevich's release and emphasized the need to continue fighting for all political prisoners in Belarus. Statkevich was one of 52 prisoners released last year following a US-brokered agreement.