Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya speaks candidly about the ongoing struggle for democracy in her country under President Alexander Lukashenko’s authoritarian rule. In a direct conversation with Liz Landers, she outlines the difficulties faced by activists attempting to organize resistance amid widespread surveillance, arrests, and suppression of dissent. She emphasizes the resilience of ordinary Belarusians who continue to demand change despite constant pressure from the regime.
Tsikhanouskaya also addresses the growing influence of regional conflict on Belarus, noting how the war in Ukraine has intensified internal repression while deepening societal divisions. She calls on the international community to maintain support for democratic movements and highlight human rights violations. Through personal accounts of activists and citizens, she conveys both the heavy cost of resistance and the enduring belief in a free future. The interview offers a rare glimpse into the determination driving Belarus’s fight for liberty.