Angela Merkel Condemns Arrest of Peaceful Protesters in Belarus

The Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel, has been shocked by the arrest of thousands of participants in peaceful protests taking place in Belarus. Official Berlin has reminded Minsk of the right to freedom of expression and demanded the immediate release of those arrested.

Angela Merkel firmly condemns the violence and brutality directed at Belarusian protesters. The Chancellor's criticism has not only targeted the arrests but also the treatment of the detainees.

The official representative of the German government, Steffen Seibert, noted that Belarusian authorities must release the arrested individuals immediately and without any conditions, ensuring their rights to freedom of speech and assembly.