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Polish dissident Poczobut returns to Belarus despite prison risk

10.09.2026 15:00
Belarusian journalist and Polish minority activist Andrzej Poczobut has returned to Belarus after being released from a penal colony during a prisoner exchange.
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Andrzej Poczobut.
Andrzej Poczobut.PAP/Adam Warżawa

Despite the Union of Poles in Belarus postponing its upcoming congress due to security concerns, Poczobut proceeded with his journey, stating that his community still needs him there. Following his week-long stay, the prominent political prisoner plans to travel to the United States and Canada to meet with politicians and diaspora activists.

Click on the audio player above for a report by Piotr Urbaniak.