Belarusian journalist falls dangerously ill in prison, relatives say, urging for him to be released
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This photo, provided by the Belarusian Association of Journalists, shows an imprisoned Belarusian journalist Kiryl Pazniak, 49, who has fallen seriously ill in custody, prompting his family and media rights advocates to demand his quick release. (Belarusian Association of Journalists via AP)In this photo, released by Belarusian Presidential Press Service, Belarus' President Alexander Lukashenko, center, speaks to officers as he attends joint nuclear drills held by Russian and Belarusian armed forces in Asipovichy district of Belarus, Thursday, May 21, 2026. (Belarusian Presidential Press Service via AP)
Belarusian Association of Journalists
This photo, provided by the Belarusian Association of Journalists, shows an imprisoned Belarusian journalist Kiryl Pazniak, 49, who has fallen seriously ill in custody, prompting his family and media rights advocates to demand his quick release. (Belarusian Association of Journalists via AP)