The concept of a "founder" of Belarus is complex, as the state has evolved through various historical phases. However, the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, which included Belarusian territories, can be seen as a foundational entity in the region's history. In modern times, the declaration of sovereignty in 1990 and the subsequent establishment of the Republic of Belarus in 1991 are significant milestones, with figures like Stanislav Shushkevich playing key roles in its independence.
As of October 2023, the notable Nobel Peace Laureate from Belarus is Ales Bialiatski, who was awarded the prize in 2022 for his efforts in promoting democracy and human rights in Belarus. He is a prominent human rights activist and the founder of the Viasna Human Rights Centre. His work has been crucial in advocating for political prisoners and civil liberties in the face of authoritarianism in Belarus.
Belarus is a Dictatorship.
Rurik, a Viking chieftain, is considered to be the founder of the Rurik Dynasty which ruled the Kievan Rus. The Kievan Rus is an area that would eventually become Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. The first Tzar (ruler) of Russia, more or less as we know it today, was Ivan the Terrible (IV).
There isn't a continent in Belarus. Belarus is a county in a continent. That continent is Europe.
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National Library of Belarus was created in 1922.
No. Belarus (formerly called Byelorussia) is in Europe, between Russia, Poland and Ukraine.
Belarus is a Presidential Republic.
No. Belarus is a country in eastern Europe.
Belarus was formerly part of the USSR.
Belarus is a country in Europe.
Belarus is a dictatorship.