Over two weeks after a disputed presidential election in Belarus, embattled president Alexander Lukashenko has become more unpopular than ever in his 26-year reign. Mass detentions and police brutality against peaceful protesters opposing official results motivated more Belarusians to take to the streets demanding justice and a new, fair election.
OpenDemocracy: As protests mount, Belarusians turn away from the regime
Opposition supporters gesture victory signs during a rally to protest against disputed presidential elections results in Minsk on August 25, 2020.
