Belarus sentences 72-year-old for insulting police amid ongoing crackdown

A 72-year-old Belarusian was sentenced for insulting police officers, part of a continuing pattern of political repression documented by human rights defenders. The sentencing coincides with diplomatic talks between Polish and Belarusian foreign ministers in New York, highlighting the contrast between external engagement and internal crackdowns. The report relies on human rights groups and official police channels, with no independent verification.