Chapter

Crackdown in Belarus
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1:20:41 - 1:26:43 (06:02)

Belarusian authorities conducted a series of searches in major organizations, including those working with seniors and the disabled. One presidential candidate was sentenced to 14 years in prison in a closed trial.

Clips
Diana tries to flee Belarus with the help of a stranger named Fyodor, after her friend Vasili is recognized by a premier human rights organization as a political prisoner.
1:20:41 - 1:22:28 (01:47)
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Belarus
Summary

Diana tries to flee Belarus with the help of a stranger named Fyodor, after her friend Vasili is recognized by a premier human rights organization as a political prisoner. Meanwhile, Stepan, an arborist, attempts suicide during a court proceeding over prosecutorial pressure, and mass scale searches and arrests continue.

Chapter
Crackdown in Belarus
Episode
The Sunday Read: ‘The Battle for the Mural — and the Future of Belarus’
Podcast
The Daily
Diana started working out using a morning workout app during her house arrest by putting on warm clothing and doing a few minutes of exercise every day.
1:22:29 - 1:24:24 (01:54)
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Workout
Summary

Diana started working out using a morning workout app during her house arrest by putting on warm clothing and doing a few minutes of exercise every day.

Chapter
Crackdown in Belarus
Episode
The Sunday Read: ‘The Battle for the Mural — and the Future of Belarus’
Podcast
The Daily
Diana and Timah crossed borders in a microbus with a young college student.
1:24:24 - 1:26:43 (02:19)
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Travel
Summary

Diana and Timah crossed borders in a microbus with a young college student. Meanwhile, Diana used COVID as an excuse for her absence in the chat.

Chapter
Crackdown in Belarus
Episode
The Sunday Read: ‘The Battle for the Mural — and the Future of Belarus’
Podcast
The Daily