Unarmed & peaceful protesters in #Belarus are met with violence and detention, but their voices will not be silenced. We call on the Belarusian government to pursue dialogue, not repression – FM #EriksenSoreide #HRC45. https://t.co/yKmwdBedMH. @NorwayInGeneva @NorwayAmbUNOG

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Urgent Debate on the situation of human rights in Belarus

Human Rights Council 45 th Session. Urgent Debate on the situation of human rights in Belarus Statement delivered by Ambassador Tine M ø rch Smith, Permanent Representative of Norway The human rights situation in Belarus is troubling and needs our urgent attention. We are observing ongoing violence by the security forces against unarmed, peaceful protesters and mass arrests of media workers and protesters. Brave women play an important part in the peaceful response to the security forces' brutal and