Aleksandr Lukashenko's Controversial 7th Term: Belarus in Crisis

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Aleksandr Lukashenko's inauguration for his seventh term as President of Belarus has sparked significant controversy. Human rights groups have labeled his presidency 'unconstitutional,' questioning the legitimacy of his overwhelming election victory. Western countries have reacted strongly, with allegations of election fraud. A joint statement by ten Belarusian rights groups underscores the ongoing human rights crisis, highlighting the repression of civil society, media, and opposition figures. The swearing-in ceremony in Minsk, although significant, draws criticism and coincides with rallies in Lithuania, Poland, and the Czech Republic for Belarus's Freedom Day. The international community continues to condemn the violent crackdowns on protestors.

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