Man arrested in Belarus for singing Ukraine's national anthem in karaoke

In Belarus, a man was arrested for seven days for performing the national anthem of Ukraine in karaoke. Source: Belarusian Viasna Human Rights Centre  Quote: "In early April in Brest, a man was convicted under Article 24.23 of the Code of Administrative Offences who was accused of performing the national anthem of Ukraine in a local karaoke bar, 'publicly expressing his social and political interests'.

He pleaded not guilty and explained that he did it despite the request of a man [from Russia - ed.], who asked him not to sing Ukrainian songs."

Details: The Belarusian was found guilty of "picketing" and sentenced to seven days in custody.

Background:

• In April, a 70-year old Moscow woman was convicted in Russia for "discrediting the Russian army" over a conversation in a sanatorium canteen.

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